Which of the following types of records provides the basis for continuous improvement of patient care in the EMS system?
A) EMS supervisor administrative reports
B) Medical control radio logs
C) Prehospital care reports
D) The dispatch center log

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Prehospital care reports (also known as patient care reports or run reports) provide a detailed account of the care provided to a patient by EMS personnel. These reports are used for quality assurance and improvement purposes, as they provide critical data on patient outcomes and EMS performance. Analysis of these reports can identify areas for improvement in clinical care, equipment and protocol use, and communication among EMS providers and other healthcare providers. The other options (A, B, and D) may provide supplemental information, but they do not provide the same level of detail or patient-specific information that prehospital care reports provide.

Which of the Following Types of Records Provides the Basis