A Muslim woman is ill and requires transport to the hospital. The patient's husband is refusing to allow the patient to be examined, as both members of the crew are male. The patient is quiet, but persistently agrees with her husband. How should you respond to this situation?
A) Contact law enforcement, as this is likely partner abuse.
B) Direct all questioning to the patient, encouraging her to come with you to the hospital.
C) Transport the patient without examining her, allowing the husband to ride in the patient compartment with his wife if he wishes.
D) Have the husband take his wife to the hospital, after signing a refusal of care form.
C
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