The BEST legal protection for the paramedic is to:

A) always transport the patient to the hospital of the patient's choice, regardless of the patient's clinical condition.
B) provide a detailed patient assessment and appropriate medical care, followed by complete and accurate documentation.
C) routinely obtain more than the minimum number of continuing education credits required by the state department of health.
D) treat all patients with respect and remain aware that patients' cultural beliefs may differ from those of the paramedic.

Answer: B) provide a detailed patient assessment and appropriate medical care, followed by complete and accurate documentation.