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Definitive signs of death Decapitation, decomposition, rigor mortis, dependent lividity
Presumptive signs of death Need to resuscitate, unresponsiveness, pulselessness, and apnea
4 things that require awareness Person: knows their name Place: knows where they are at Time: aware of date and time Event: aware of present circumstances
Plaintiff must prove 4 wrongdoings Duty to act: obligation to respond and provide care Breech of duty: failed to assess, treat, or transport patient according to standard of care Damage: plaintiff experience damage or injury Causation or proximate cause: injury to plaintiff
Scope of practice Outlines actions a provider is legally allowed to perform based on license or certification level
Standard of care Degree of care a reasonable person with similar training would provide in a similar situation
Informed consent Patient understands medical procedure and risks involved
Implied consent Assumption of consent for emergency care from unresponsive or incompetent patient
Expressed consent May be given verbally or nonverbally. Used to obtain consent for more assessments or procedures
Minor consent Minors are not competent to accept or refuse care
Involuntary consent Used for mentally incompetent adults or those custody in law enforcement
Created by: Noreeen
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