An alert and oriented male patient with chest discomfort refuses treatment and transport to the hospital. He is angry with his family for calling 911 and refuses to sign the refusal form despite several requests. Which one of the following is your next best action?
A) Contact the police to place the patient into protective custody.
B) Have a family member sign as a witness to the father's refusal.
C) Call dispatch on a recorded telephone line and notify them of the situation prior to departing the scene.
D) Carefully restrain the patient and place him on the stretcher for transport.
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