You are called to the scene of a 57-year-old that had "passed out" in the hallway of his home. On arrival the scene is safe, and the patient remains unresponsive. You begin treatment under the concept of:
A) verbal consent. B) expressed consent. C) implied consent. D) informed consent.
C
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A mother has called 911 for medical assistance. She states that her 3-month-old son has a rectal temperature of 99.7°F and is not feeding. Which statement would be appropriate when talking with the mother about the infant's temperature?
A) "You are right, he does have a fever. Have you given him any Tylenol?" B) "Fever in babies is always a concern. Has he ever had a febrile seizure?" C) "Why don't we get him undressed so we can cool him down?" D) "Given his age, a temperature of 99.7°F is normal."