NREMT Paramedic

Answer: C - All unconscious patients, in the absence of advance directives or powers of attorney, are treated under the doctrine of implied consent. The EMT has the responsibility to treat the patient because there is a threat to life. Additionally, the patient’s inability to sign a refusal of care makes obvious the duty to act. For underage patients, attempts to contact the parents should not interfere with emergency care and may be delegated to law enforcement at the scene or by the emergency department staff.