When Is a Paramedic Legally Required to Report Abuse

question 6

Multiple Choice

When is a paramedic legally required to report abuse?

• A) Whenever anything seems unusual in the care of a child, elder, or dependent adult
• B) Whenever there is physical or behavioral evidence that suggests abuse
• C) Only when there is clear evidence of abuse
• D) Only when another provider agrees with the suspicion of abuse

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