Which of the following aspects of the paramedic's work most appropriately falls into the category of public health?
A) Administering care to a patient who has suffered a heart attack
B) Providing life-saving measures after a traffic accident
C) Educating the public on illness prevention
D) Taking steps to prevent a terrorist attack

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Educating the public on illness prevention is a primary function of public health professionals. As a paramedic, providing emergency care and taking steps to prevent injuries and accidents is important, but it falls more directly into traditional emergency medical service work rather than public health work. Preventing a terrorist attack is a matter of national security, which is beyond the scope of both emergency medical service and public health work.

Which of the Following Aspects of the Paramedic's Work Most