You have been called for a 72-year-old woman with chest pain. On scene, the patient denies ever having chest pain and requests to sign a refusal. Before having the refusal signed, the paramedic must consider that many geriatric patients may deny symptoms because of:
A) fear of losing independence and dignity.
B) apprehension about medical bills.
C) confusion regarding their rights as a patient.
D) acute onset of dementia and other neurological diseases.
A
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