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Can a nurse be held liable under emtala if a patient choses to leave the ER and not be treated?
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∙ 14y ago
No. As long as the patient is a legal adult, it is his or her choice whether to seek treatment. If the person's injuries are substantial and obvious, that person will be seen immediately. However, if someone is in the waiting room and chooses to leave, all the nurse can do is encourage him or her to stay. Ultimately, the choice is up to the patient.
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