NREMT Paramedic

Answer: C - It should be assumed that all unconscious patients, regardless of age, would wish to be treated; thus, they are treated under the doctrine of implied consent. The EMT-Paramedic 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 leaves the assumption that they would wish to be treated. For underage patients, attempts to contact the parents should be delegated to law enforcement at the scene or by the emergency department staff.