A paramedic was late in reregistering and now, according to the state EMS agency, must function as an EMT until all of the reregistration requirements are satisfied. As an EMT, she is on the scene of a motor vehicle accident and taking care of a critically injured teenager. While waiting for a paramedic to arrive, she starts an IV, but does not hang the IV fluid that will be used to help stabilize the patient. This is immediately done by a paramedic once he arrives. As such, which of these is true?
A) The paramedic/EMT violated the scope of practice but cannot be held accountable since the patient was stabilized by her actions
B) The paramedic/EMT did not violate the scope of practice since she is experienced with IV therapy
C) The paramedic/EMT violated the scope of practice and can be held accountable even though the patient survived
D) The paramedic/EMT did not violated the scope of practice since the patient was critically injured and required lifesaving care
C) The paramedic/EMT violated the scope of practice and can be held accountable even though the patient survived
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