What is the primary role of medical direction in this scenario?

"You are dispatched to a 65-year old male who is complaining of severe chest pain, and has a history of cardiac problems.

What is the primary role of medical direction in this scenario? "
A . Medical direction serves no purpose
B . Give authorization for interventions
C . Talk to and calm the patient
D . Talk to the family and calm them

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Medical direction’s primarily role is to authorize the delivery of interventions to the patient by the EMT.