A homeless patient is sick and is refusing transport. Since the temperature tonight will be near zero, the EMT picks up the patient and puts him on the cot. The patient continues to refuse, despite the EMT's explanation that it will be warm in the hospital and he will be fed. The patient is transported. Which one of the following could the EMT be charged with?

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The EMT could be charged with false imprisonment for physically restraining the patient against their will, even if it was done with the intention of helping the patient stay warm and receive medical treatment.

A Homeless Patient Is Sick and Is Refusing Transport