What must be done if a patient is transported to a hospital after a significant trauma and the arrival takes longer than 10 minutes?

If a patient who has experienced significant trauma is transported to a hospital and the arrival takes longer than 10 minutes, it is critical to call for Advanced Life Support (ALS) assistance. In the context of trauma care, prompt and appropriate medical intervention is vital for the patient's outcome. Delays in transport can indicate that the patient's condition may be deteriorating or that complications are arising.

By calling for ALS assistance, responders ensure that advanced medical support is on its way to provide immediate care upon arrival at the hospital. ALS personnel are trained to handle severe trauma cases, administer medications, perform advanced airway management, and implement other critical interventions that might be necessary during transport or upon arrival at the medical facility.

The other options do not align with the urgency required in managing significant trauma cases effectively. For instance, doing nothing or merely notifying family members does not address the immediate medical needs of the patient, and transferring care to Basic Life Support (BLS) personnel without having appropriate ALS support in place may not provide the necessary level of care required in trauma situations.