By which standard is the right of access to emergency services gauged?
1. That of a reasonable physician
2. That of a prudent and reasonable nurse
3. That of a prudent layperson
4. That of an ethical insurance provider
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Rationale: The standard of a "prudent layperson" is used to gauge access to emergency services.
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