You are called to a residence for a woman in cardiac arrest. Shortly after starting CPR, the patient's husband presents you with an unsigned document that states "do not attempt resuscitation." You should:
A: stop all resuscitative efforts in accordance with the document.
B: contact medical control prior to continuing any resuscitative efforts.
C: continue CPR until you have contacted medical control for guidance.
D: stop CPR until the document can be validated by a physician.
Answer: C: continue CPR until you have contacted medical control for guidance.
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