While treating a man with severe chest pain and difficulty breathing, you are presented with a valid do not resuscitate (DNR) order by the patient's wife. She tells you that her husband does not want any "heroics." How should you manage this situation?
A. Provide supportive care and transport the patient
B. Obtain a signed refusal from the wife and return to service
C. Provide no treatment and transport the patient to the hospital
D. Be prepared to start CPR if the patient develops cardiac arrest
Answer: A. Provide supportive care and transport the patient
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