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What is the correct course of action if a patient is exhibiting violent tendencies prior to transport?
What is the correct course of action if a patient is exhibiting violent tendencies prior to transport?
- The RN should sign the pcr
- The charge medic should proceed with transport without stopping
- The driver should inform RFD dispatch to request assistance from the police officer (correct)
- The ambulance should not stop
When is it permissible for the RN to sign the pcr?
When is it permissible for the RN to sign the pcr?
- If the patient refuses to sign and won't be transported
- If the patient is cooperative with public safety personnel
- If the police officer is not present during transport
- If the patient is unable to sign due to lack of competency or if handcuffed (correct)
What is the appropriate action if a patient refuses to sign the pcr and won't be transported?
What is the appropriate action if a patient refuses to sign the pcr and won't be transported?
- Enforce transport against the patient's will
- Leave the pcr unsigned
- Have the police officer witness the word 'Refused' documented on the pcr (correct)
- Transport the patient without obtaining a signature
When should the ambulance be stopped during transport?
When should the ambulance be stopped during transport?
Who should be present in the patient-care area of the ambulance if a patient is exhibiting violent tendencies prior to transport?
Who should be present in the patient-care area of the ambulance if a patient is exhibiting violent tendencies prior to transport?
What should be done if a patient is unable to sign due to lack of competency or being handcuffed?
What should be done if a patient is unable to sign due to lack of competency or being handcuffed?
How should 'Refused' be documented on the pcr if a patient declines transport?
How should 'Refused' be documented on the pcr if a patient declines transport?
What must be done when a patient refuses to sign the pcr and will not be transported?
What must be done when a patient refuses to sign the pcr and will not be transported?
'Witnessed by' must be written under which line on the pcr when a patient refuses transport?
'Witnessed by' must be written under which line on the pcr when a patient refuses transport?
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