A 62-year-old alcoholic has fallen and sustained a head injury. He states he does not want to be treated and becomes combative when you try to examine him. Your BEST course of action would be to:
A) transport him against his will.
B) treat him under the doctrine of implied consent.
C) restrain him so that you can assess him.
D) contact medical direction .
Answer: D
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