Serial Killer Series – The Routine Lift Assist
They seem innocuous enough, picking an elderly patient up and helping them back to bed. They are adamantly refusing medical attention and transportation. But did you know this situation ( and a few others) are “high risk” situations? This presentation reviews the need for a thorough assessment with a focus on common life-threatening conditions in the elderly.
Objectives:
At the completion of this session, the student will be able to:
- Explain the issues associated with consent and field refusals
- Describe the concept of abandonment associated with refusals
- Explain the concept of informed refusal and the limitations of refusal forms
- Explain the medical-legal issues associated with field refusals
- Explain three major areas of legal risk for EMS providers
CE Hours: 1-1.5 hours
NCCP Category: Individual Competency