A patient with advanced dementia cannot provide an accurate medical history. In this situation, the EMT's best course of action would be to:
A) transport the patient to a hospital he has been to previously.
B) have the patient sign a release-of-medical-information form.
C) determine medical conditions based on assessment findings.
D) ask family members about the patient's past medical history.
D
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a. The renewal fee is required. b. Continuing education record forms are required. c. The applicant must take a physical exam and be in good health. d. Any disciplinary actions taken during the previous licensure period must be verified, with outcomes explained.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act was signed into law by:
A) President Barack Obama. B) President George W. Bush, Sr. C) President Bill Clinton. D) President George W. Bush, Jr. E) None of the above