Global:Injury procedures - Treatment
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Treatment
- If the injured person is an adult, they must be asked whether they would like assistance. You cannot make a conscious person accept treatment without their consent.
- In most countries, if the injured person is a minor, emergency treatment has implied consent that doesn't require the parent's or legal guardian's permission, though if they are present they should be asked.
- Parents or legal guardians must be asked for their consent for non-emergency treatment for their minor, though the minor might be old enough to provide their own consent (varies between country and state).
- If the parent or legal guardian is not present, the designated adult named on the minor's "Medical Authorization Form for Minors", or equivalent document, should be asked for consent.
- If a person is unconscious and there is no immediate safety issue, only medical responders should attempt to move the person. Otherwise, the marshal-in-charge should be informed and consent to their being moved.