As an AEMT, you may legally restrain a patient if he or she:
A. is under the influence of a CNS depressant drug.
B. is acutely intoxicated and verbally abusive to you.
C. refuses to allow you to begin treatment or transport.
D. presents harm to you, your partner, or bystanders.
Ans: D. presents harm to you, your partner, or bystanders.
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