EMS ASSESSMENTS 2 QUESTIONS

EMS AND THE LAW (2 SEPARATE QUESTIONS)

1.

We know from reading the text that the burden of proof is a key element in proving negligence against the actions of the EMS professional. Using this information, discuss what steps you can take to secure all legal protections of your actions and those actions of your organization to ensure a lawsuit does not gain ground once filed against your entity.

2.

Considering how vicarious liability is an important concept for the EMS professional to both understand and follow, what steps would you take to ensure that this liability is not compromised during the performance of your duties? Explain what strategies you would incorporate to enhance this level of liability.

Your response should be at least 200 words in length. You must utilize your textbook as the key source material for your response. All sources identified, including your textbook, must be referenced. Any paraphrased or quoted material must be accompanied by the appropriate citations.

Reference:

Hafter, J. L., & Fedor, V. L. (2004). EMS and the law. Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett.