An unrestrained female patient who was involved in a minor motor-vehicle collision refuses EMS care or transport. She is seven months pregnant and is alert and oriented. When asked, she denies any complaint. Your BEST action would be to:

A) make contact with her obstetrician.
B) contact medical direction for instructions.
C) have the police witness her signing the refusal.
D) have her follow up with her obstetrician.


Answer: B

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