Free BCEN Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN) Practice Question

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?

  • Proceed with the transport under the principle of implied consent.

  • Delay transport until the patient regains consciousness and can provide consent.

  • Transport the patient but document that no consent was obtained.

  • Wait until a family member or legal representative can be reached for consent.

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BCEN Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN) / 
General Principles of Flight Transport Nursing Practice
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