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NREMT Paramedic

Category - Operations

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If proper consent is not obtained, the EMT risks being charged which of the following crimes?

Negligence
Assault
Battery
Both B & C

Explanation

Answer: D - If proper consent is not obtained the EMT could be charged with assault and battery. This would include unlawfully touching a patient without their consent and providing emergency care when the patient does not consent to treatment.

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