EMT Protocols and Consent Types Quiz
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What type of consent allows treatment of a patient who is unconscious or mentally incapacitated?

  • Implied (correct)
  • Informed
  • Expressed
  • Actual

    • In the scenario where a conscious patient does not want treatment or transport to the hospital, what should the EMT do?

  • Err in the best interest of the patient and transport him at once.
  • Tell the patient he is having a heart attack and needs medical care.
  • Have the patient sign a refusal of care form and then return to service.
  • Ensure the patient is aware of the risks of refusing medical care. (correct)

    • What type of consent is it when a pregnant 16-year-old girl agrees to treatment for a suspected broken leg?

  • Minor’s
  • Expressed (correct)
  • Implied
  • Informed

    • In many states, a minor may be treated as an adult for consenting to or refusing medical treatment if the minor:

    <p>Is mentally competent and able to refuse.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT considered when assessing a person's potential for violence?

    <p>Small physical size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To minimize the risk of litigation, what should an EMT always do?

    <p>Provide competent care that meets current standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of consent is a patient legally allowed to refuse treatment but can consent to transport?

    <p>Expressed consent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of consent is involved when a mentally competent female with a severe headache asks to be taken to the hospital?

    <p>Expressed consent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which general statement regarding consent is MOST correct?

    <p>Patients can consent to transport but refuse to be treated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario MOST accurately depicts informed consent?

    <p>A patient signs a document agreeing to care after being fully informed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action can a mentally competent adult take in regards to EMS treatment?

    <p>Legally refuse treatment at any time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the scenario where a child's mother refuses treatment for her injured daughter, what is the appropriate action for the EMT?

    <p>Use implied consent law authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can an EMT legally release confidential patient information?

    <p>Competent patient signing a release form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the BEST approach to protect against legal liability when a competent patient refuses EMS care and transport?

    <p>Thoroughly document the entire event</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can a patient in an ambulance legally refuse EMS treatment?

    <p>Yes, they have the right to refuse treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if a patient refuses EMS treatment?

    <p>Respect their decision and thoroughly document it</p> Signup and view all the answers

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