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Your Patient Is Complaining of Chest Pain and Shortness of Breath

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Your patient is complaining of chest pain and shortness of breath, but does not want you to transport him to the hospital as you've recommended. While waiting for ALS to arrive and document the refusal of care, you should


A) make multiple attempts to convince him to accept care and transport.
B) ask to speak with his friend and make sure that the friend understands the severity of the situation.
C) assume implied consent and begin preparing him for transport.
D) administer 100% oxygen via non-rebreather mask.

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