The term "response" as used in the national response framework includes: the term "response" as used in the national response framework includes: a. actions that relate to only to the emergency responders. b. actions to save lives, protect property and the environment, stabilize communities, and meet basic human needs prior to an incident. c. actions of private sector entities responsible for critical infrastructure but not actions of public service agencies. d. actions to save lives, protect property and the environment, stabilize communities, and meet basic human needs following an incident.