You are dispatched to 123 Somewhere Rd to a call for an injured woman as you approach the door or the home a man answers opens the door and tells you "this is none of your business" and to "get out of here".
What is the correct course of action in this case?
A . Return to the ambulance and tell dispatch that the patient has refused care
B . Reason with the man and explain that the women may need medical attention
C . Return to the ambulance drive a safe distance away and call for the police to help
D . Barge past the man and help the woman in the home
Answer: C
Explanation:
As an EMT you should never place yourself in harms way, if you feel a situation may be dangerous you should always wait for assistance from the police.