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NREMT EMR First Responder

Category - Life Span and Development

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The most correct statement regarding the treatment of adolescent patients is:
  1. Do not tell them the truth about their condition if asked, as they likely cannot handle the truth
  2. A parent of a 13-year-old female is not to be told about the patient’s health condition unless the patient gives you permission
  3. A 14-year-old who is severely injured cannot be treated by the EMR until a parent gives you permission to treat
  4. Adolescents should be treated with dignity and respect. The EMR would be best served by taking cues from the patient on how they would like to be treated
Explanation
Answer: D - The adolescent age range is from 13-18 years of age and should be treated with dignity and respect. Due to the age range, it is important to treat the patient as an individual and understand that maturity level may vary greatly from a 13-year-old to an 18-year-old.
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