Prior to administering nitroglycerin to a patient with chest pain, the patient denies the use of erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs when asked, even though he took an ED drug a few hours earlier. After being given the nitroglycerin, the patient experiences severe hypotension and almost dies. Which of the following could the paramedic use as a potential defense if the patient attempts to sue?
A) Patient incompetence
B) Contributory negligence
C) Plausible deniability
D) Qualified immunity
Answer: B) Contributory negligence
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