The mother of a 4-month-old boy awoke to find him in his crib and not breathing, so she summoned EMS. On scene, you are providing resuscitative care while the parents watch your actions in disbelief. Which decision made by the EMT would be most appropriate regarding their presence in the room?
A) Allow them to observe the resuscitation if they wish
B) Escort them to another part of the house despite them wanting to stay
C) Move the patient to the ambulance for continued resuscitation en route without the parents' presence
D) Ask the parents to wait in the ambulance for transport
A) Allow them to observe the resuscitation if they wish
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