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First Aid and Emergency Response

Question 18 • Introduction to Health Science - EL3601 B

Who is not required to give informed consent at an emergency scene? Check all that apply.

Answer
A
an unresponsive patient
B
a patient who has an infectious disease
C
a patient who is a member of your family
D
a patient whose life is immediately threatened

Explanation

An unresponsive patient cannot make or communicate an informed decision, so emergency care may proceed under implied consent. The same applies when a patient’s life is immediately threatened and waiting for consent could cause serious harm. Having an infectious disease or being a family member does not by itself remove the need to obtain consent.

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