A conscious and alert 92-year-old woman with chest pain is refusing EMS treatment and transport to the hospital. Her family insists that you transport her. This situation is MOST appropriately managed by:
A: transporting the patient as the family wishes.
B: obtaining a signed refusal from a family member.
C: advising the patient of the risks of refusing care.
D: transporting the patient as you explain your actions.
Ans; C: advising the patient of the risks of refusing care.
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