Question

after being involved in a terrible car accident, xavier is rushed into the emergency room. the trauma team goes into action, assessing xaviers condition, ordering tests, and attempting to stabilize him. in this situation, what healthcare role is the trauma team filling? (1 point) primary care secondary care tertiary care quaternary care

Explanation:

Primary care is first - line general care. Secondary care is when a patient is referred to a specialist. Tertiary care involves highly specialized treatment like in a trauma situation where complex tests and stabilization are done. Quaternary care is even more specialized and often experimental. The trauma team's actions fit tertiary care.

Answer:

C. tertiary care