When testifying in court, how can the PTA protect the patient?
A) By ensuring that the documentation is short and to the point, without a lot of extra information included
B) By making sure the documentation is rewritten prior to the trial, so it is correct
C) By determining which records given to the attorney would be most beneficial to the patient
D) By demonstrating that informed consent was received from the patient before treating the patient.

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The PTA is legally obligated to obtain informed consent from a patient before treatment. If this is not obtained, the court can assume the patient did not receive all of the information important in making a decision to receive the care. If the patient is suing the medical facility, there may be just cause. The PTA has an ethical responsibility to protect the patient as well as the facility for which he or she works.

When Testifying in Court, How Can the PTA Protect the Patient