1. 1. If not adequately trained and proficient to perform the procedure;
2. 2. If the procedure is not fully understood; or
3. 3. If the procedure is judged not to be in the best interests of the patient.

In the following circumstances, EMS personnel may refuse to perform specific procedures or treatments, provided medical control is informed of the refusal and the refusal of care is documented on the prehospital patient care report:

Statutory Authority

§§ 32.1-12 and 32.1-111.4 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 3 and Volume 19, Issue 9, eff. January 15, 2003.