Paramedics typically start patient care with ____, treatment based on initial observations obtained during the primary assessment.

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Empiric therapy is treatment based on initial observations and symptoms without a confirmed diagnosis. This is standard practice for paramedics during the primary assessment. Scene therapy, diagnostic therapy, and collaborative therapy may come into play later in the care of the patient.

Paramedics Typically Start Patient Care with ____, Treatment Based on Initial