A critically ill patient requires immediate air transport to a specialized facility, but is unconscious and unable to provide consent. There is no family or legal representative available. Which action should be taken to comply with legal and ethical guidelines regarding patient consent?
Transport the patient but document that no consent was obtained.
Delay transport until the patient regains consciousness and can provide consent.
Proceed with the transport under the principle of implied consent.
Wait until a family member or legal representative can be reached for consent.
In emergency situations where the patient is unable to give consent and no legal representative is available, implied consent is typically assumed. This means that it is presumed the patient would consent to the treatment if they were able to do so, particularly when the treatment is necessary to prevent death or serious harm. This principle allows medical personnel to provide necessary care without explicit consent from the patient.
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General Principles of Flight Transport Nursing Practice
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