A 62-year-old male is short of breath. The EMT asks the patient if it would be okay to assess him, including taking his vital signs. The patient agrees. Which one of the following is true?
A) Informed consent has been obtained by the EMT.
B) The EMT has obtained expressed consent.
C) The patient can be transported without further permission.
D) A witness is needed for the patient's consent.
B
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