The Economics of Emergency Care: Checkpoint 1

Quick checkpoint - five questions on the golden hour, 108, private ambulances, trauma and Good Samaritans.

Question 1 of 5 What is the golden hour?

The first hour after a serious emergency A sale A work shift Sunset

Quick treatment improves survival.

Question 2 of 5 Where did the 108 service begin?

Andhra Pradesh Delhi Kerala Punjab

It started in 2005.

Question 3 of 5 Why can private ambulances overcharge?

Families have little time to compare in emergencies They're government-run They're free Prices are fixed

States set caps.

Question 4 of 5 Where is the Apex Trauma Centre?

AIIMS Delhi Mumbai airport Chennai port Kolkata station

It's a leading trauma centre.

Question 5 of 5 What protects Good Samaritans?

2016 guidelines and the 2019 law Nothing Insurance only Police fines

Rewards also encourage help.

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