During downtime, which steps should be taken to ensure EMS equipment is ready for the next call?

• A. Conduct a full inventory check, log expirations, restock items used on the last shift, replace used consumables, and maintain an easily accessible inventory record.
• B. Wait until the next shift to perform checks and avoid logging expirations.
• C. Only restock items without checking inventory or expirations.
• D. Inventory should be checked but not logged; restocking should be deferred.

Answer: (A)