When it appropriate to use "self defense" on the truck, and by what means of self defense do you utilize? Should EMS personnel be able to carry OC spray, ASP baton, taser or even a firearm?
This is a discussion very close to my heart and am curious as to what other medics do when they encounter these type pt's. Is addiction a disease or self initiated problem-or both? Should EMS be able to treat and addicts pain/anxiety, or should we assume they are faking only to "score"...