Question

When a paramedic is employed to work with a physician or other primary care provider to provide specific services to the physician's patients, this is referred to as _________.

1) A municipal EMS system
2) A hybrid system
3) Hospital-based EMS
4) D. A private EMS agency

Answer 1

Option (3). Hospital-based EMS is the correct answer when referring to a paramedic working with a physician to provide services to patients.

Step-by-step explanation:

When a paramedic is employed to work with a physician or other primary care provider to provide specific services to the physician's patients, this arrangement is referred to as a hospital-based EMS (Emergency Medical Services). Paramedics are highly trained professionals who can work in various environments, including fire departments, hospitals, and private or governmental agencies.

They are crucial in providing emergency medical treatment and often continue patient care after reaching an emergency room, should they work for hospital-sponsored ambulances.