Question

A patient is refusing medical treatment to stabilize his condition. He is presently hooked up to an IV, but wants to leave the hospital. The physician will not discharge the patient, as his condition is unstable. What should be your *first* action?

Accepted Answer

Question the patient as to what has caused him to want to leave.

Answer

Provide patient with AMA (against medical advice) form to sign.

Answer

Remove IV and inform patient that he may leave.

Answer

Page the physician to inform him/her of patient leaving.

Question 16 - Law and Ethics Practice Test for the Medical Assistant test