During an emergency, one of the secondary assessments that should be made by a responder is the presence or absence of any medical alert jewelry. Medical alert jewelry is LEAST likely to tell the responder the following:
A)Home address
B)Drug allergies
C)Medical conditions
D)Do Not Resuscitate status

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Medical alert jewelry -- typically worn as a bracelet or necklace - does not typically list a home address. Instead, it is typically worn to notify rescuers of drug allergies, medical conditions and resuscitation requests of the wearer. Medical alert jewelry is worn to "speak for" those who are unconscious or incapacitated. First responders should check for this jewelry prior to administering drugs or intubating or defibrillating a victim.

During an Emergency, One of the Secondary Assessments That Should