To willfully leave a patient who is in need of care without a signed or verbal refusal of care is what?

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To willfully leave a patient who is in need of care without a signed or verbal refusal of care is what?
A . Allowed if the patient is rude or abusive
B . Abandonment
C . Implied Refusal
D . Against Medical Advice

Answer: B

Explanation:

Any time the patient/EMT relationship is terminated and without a refusal or transfer of care and continuing care is needed is considered Abandonment.

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