When deciding whether or not to transport a patient to the hospital using lights and sirens to the hospital, what information carries the most weight in your decision? A. assessment findings B. index of suspicion C. mechanism of injury D. past medical history

### A. assessment findings

## Step1: Identify the most critical factor### The primary consideration when deciding to transport a patient to the hospital using lights and sirens is the assessment findings. This involves evaluating the patient's current condition and the severity of the injury or illness.## Step2: Evaluate other factors### Consider other factors such as the index of suspicion, mechanism of injury, and past medical history, but these are secondary to the assessment findings.## Step3: Make the final decision### Based on the assessment findings, determine if immediate transport with lights and sirens is necessary.