A preview of what's coming up as we arrive back in quarters in episode two of our podcast.

In this episode of Back in Quarters, Dustin & Dr. Kronenfeld discuss medical decision making capacity with Dr. Melanie Heniff.  Dr. Heniff is an emergency physician who is about to complete her studies in law school and brings a unique perspective to the conversation.  How do EMTs and Paramedics determine if a patient has the capacity to refuse medical care and transport?  What do they need to document in these cases to protect themselves.  How can EMS partner with law enforcement to ensure a good outcome.  All of those questions are answered, as well as many more.

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Check out this preview of our very first episode.  In episode one of Back in Quarters Dustin & Dr. Kronenfeld talk with Dr. Melanie Heniff, an emergency physician who is about to complete her studies in law school about medical decision making capacity.  This episode will cover the issues EMS providers and other first responders face when trying to determine if a patient has the capacity to make their own medical decision or refuse care.