EMT Practice Test

Category - EMT-Basic

If proper consent is not obtained the EMT leaves themselves open to be charged with what?
  1. Negligence
  2. Assault
  3. Battery
  4. Both B & C
Explanation
Answer: D - If proper consent is not obtained the EMT could be charged with assault and battery. This includes unlawfully touching a patient without their consent and providing emergency care when the patient does not consent to treatment.
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