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NREMT EMR First Responder

Category - Preparatory

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Which piece of the following information should be contained in any “Refusal of Care?”
  1. That the patient agrees to pay for all costs associated with the EMS response
  2. That they will not undertake any legal action against the EMR as a result of the patient’s refusal of care
  3. That the patient is capable of making the decision to refuse medical care
  4. Documentation with witness that the patient is not making the correct decision
Explanation
Answer: C - It is imperative that the EMR assess and show that the patient is in the frame of mind to make an informed decision regarding his/her medical care. A statement in the documentation that clearly shows the patient was capable of making an informed decision and that they were offered care is an integral piece of documentation.
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