Which of the following is the best description of the role of medical direction in the treatment of a 55 year old male who you suspect is having an acute coronary syndrome?
A. authorizing the EMT to administer oxygen via nonrebreather mask
B. prescribing nitroglycerin that the EMT can then assist the patient in taking
C. authorizing the EMT to assist the patient in taking his prescribed nitroglycerin
D. contacting the patient's physician to ensure that the patient's nitroglycerin prescription is not out of date
Answer: C