Consent means the patient gives permission for care or treatment.

Implied consent applies when a patient is unable to give consent, but care is assumed necessary.

Abandonment is leaving a patient without ensuring they are properly cared for or transferred.

Negligence is failing to provide care that a reasonably prudent person would give, resulting in harm.

The PCR documents patient condition, care provided, and serves as a legal record.

HIPAA protects patient confidentiality and controls the release of medical information.

Duty to act is the legal obligation to provide care when you are on duty as an EMS provider.

A Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order instructs providers not to perform CPR if the patient stops breathing or loses a pulse.

They should explain the risks, encourage care, and document the refusal carefully.