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AssignmentMultiple Choice

History of Emergency Medical Services in the U.S.

Question 5 • Introduction to Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security

What did the Highway Safety Act of 1966 do for the growth of EMS? (Check all that apply.)

Answer
A
standardized treatment and equipment
B
established training standards for emergency personnel
C
allowed the federal organization of the DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency) to supervise EMS
D
placed penalties on states that did not comply

Explanation

The Highway Safety Act of 1966 helped shape EMS by promoting standardized equipment and treatment, setting training standards for emergency personnel, and requiring states to meet federal safety standards. States that failed to comply could face penalties. The DEA does not supervise EMS, so C is incorrect.

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