In the case where the patient can consent, and yet still refuses care, the Paramedic needs to carefully proceed with a ____.

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If the patient can consent and still refuses care, the Paramedic must respect the patient's autonomy and right to refuse treatment. The Paramedic should provide the patient with a full explanation of the risks and benefits of the recommended treatment, document the patient's refusal in writing, and have the patient sign a refusal of medical assistance form, if possible. Refusing due care or giving alternate medical directives without the patient's informed consent would be unethical and potentially illegal. A declaration of advisement is not a recognized term in emergency medical services.

In the Case Where the Patient Can Consent, and Yet