You respond to a bus accident with multiple patients.As you arrive at the scene,you are approached by a local politician who states that his wife has been involved.He tells you that if you will take care of her first,he will ensure that you get the promotion you are up for.This becomes what type of decision for you as an EMT?

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As an EMT, the most appropriate decision-making process in this situation is to ensure that all patients are treated based on their medical necessity and not on the basis of the social, economic or political status of the patient or any other factors. Therefore, the proper choice is to prioritize the patients based on their medical needs rather than any other non-medical factor. Accepting the politician's offer would be an unethical decision, and it could lead to a breach of duty and loss of trust of other patients and colleagues.

You Respond to a Bus Accident with Multiple Patients