Non-medical professionals working at hospitals should be taught basic medical skills and utilized as surge-support in emergency units during times of crises. These employees may be provided formal training and report to a doctor when completing these duties. This would enable hospitals to respond more quickly and effectively in times of greatest need, when other tasks may be put aside and resumed once the crisis has passed. Which of the following statements, if true, provides the WEAKEST support for the argument that non-medical professionals should be utilized during crises?