What setup will be utilized to support a population at risk of 6,000 at a bare base location?

The correct answer is the setup that provides adequate medical support for a population at risk of 6,000 in a bare base location, which is the Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) +25. This option is designed specifically for scenarios where the medical needs of the population require a higher capacity and level of care, typically accommodating a larger patient load in expeditionary operations.

To elaborate, EMEDS +25 is structured to offer basic to enhanced medical capability, including preventive care, minor surgical procedures, and stabilization of patients before evacuation. This makes it suitable for a population size of 6,000, as it has the necessary personnel and equipment to respond to the healthcare needs of that number effectively.

In contrast, other choices lack the appropriate scale or capabilities for this scenario. Role 1 Medical Support is generally meant for smaller, more immediate care needs and wouldn't accommodate a population of that size adequately. The other variant, EMEDS +50, while capable, exceeds the requirements for the specified risk level and population size, making it less efficient and potentially resource-wasting in a bare base environment. Advanced Trauma Life Support, while essential for trauma care, does not represent a complete medical support system for a sizable population and focuses more narrowly on trauma intervention rather