The proposed bill would amend section 36-2219 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, specifically updating the language regarding the responsibilities of emergency medical care technicians. Currently, the statute mandates that emergency medical care technicians comply with established emergency medical standards and protocols when considering emergency transport. The bill introduces new language that clarifies that technicians must provide a presumptive medical diagnosis and use it as a basis for counseling patients to decline emergency medical services transportation, unless the patient or their representative requests transport.

Additionally, the bill modifies the existing requirement for emergency medical care technicians to explain the risks and consequences of not being transported. The current language is replaced with a more precise directive that maintains the obligation to inform patients about these risks while ensuring that the technicians adhere to the updated standards. Overall, the bill aims to enhance clarity and patient autonomy in emergency medical situations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 36-2219