The friend of an impoverished 50-year-old male called 911 because his friend had chest pain. On scene, the patient informs you that he does have a cardiac history and has not seen his cardiologist in over a year since he lost his job. Additionally, he does not want treatment or transport since he knows that both are expensive and will be unable to pay for it. In this situation your best response would be:

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B) "You may be eligible for free or reduced-cost medical care." is the best response as it addresses the patient's concern about the cost of care while still encouraging them to seek the medical attention they may need.

The Friend of an Impoverished 50-Year-Old Male Called 911 Because