Occupational therapists practice in all mental health settings

Herniation of an intervertebral disc occurs when:

A) stress on the vertebral column forces a disc into the spinal canal. B) the spinal column sustains flexion or extension of more than 50%. C) the spinous process fractures and puts pressure on one or more discs. D) significant blunt trauma displaces the disc away from the spinal cord.

A paramedic responds to a call and makes contact with a patient. What is the legal obligation to provide care to this patient?

a. Breach of responsibility b. Duty to act c. Legal constraint d. Obliged care