A 69-year-old female presents with chest pressure and nausea. As you begin your assessment, the patient's husband hands you a valid "do not resuscitate" (DNR) document and tells you that his wife has terminal cancer. How should you manage this situation?
A. Administer oxygen and pain relief only during transport to the hospital.
B. Treat the patient as though she is experiencing a myocardial infarction.
C. Adhere to the DNR order and not transport the patient to the hospital.
D. Transport the patient and be prepared to defibrillate her if it is needed.
Answer: B. Treat the patient as though she is experiencing a myocardial infarction.
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