/documents or send them This Form.Section 6 - Treatment & Procedure
[6.3] - Declination of Treatment
Procedure when a patient refuses or declines medical treatment.
A patient, at any point, can refuse treatment if they are alert, oriented, and able to make sound decisions. Depending on the patient’s presentation and complaint; It is your obligation as a medic or EMT, to give your best advice to the patient. This means if a patient does refuse, you are required to get paperwork showing they do not want to go to the hospital against your advice. Ensure you use the
