Patient- do you give COVID vaccines here?
Paramedic/me- yes, they are provided here.
Patient- I’m thinking about getting my booster shot.
Paramedic/me- ok. Have you ever been informed of the risks vs benefit?
Patient- what risk?
Paramedic/me- yes, there are major risks. From myocarditis to possible death. Have you ever had covid before?
Patient- yes. I got it after I took my first Covid shot.
Paramedic/me- you got it AFTER taking the vaccine?
Patient- yes. I didn’t know the vaccine could actually be dangerous. I’ve heard conspiracy theories, but thought it was bullshit.
Paramedic/me- here, let me show you the insert that comes with the covid vaccines. Here’s Moderna, it says intentionally blank.
Patient- what the hell? Thought that was bs too?
Paramedic/me- heres the Pfizer, they printed it out… so you can see here where they admit to heart complications.
Patient- well, um… on second thought. I’m good.
Paramedic/me- Roger that. Hope you have a great day.
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Patient left educated on reality.
I know this will upset some people, but it’s what actual informed consent looks like.
God bless
