Are lift assists subject to PCR requirements, and if so, which regulatory citation is cited in the protocol?

• A. PCR is not required for lift assists
• B. Yes, under 105 CMR 170.345 of the EMS System regulations, a patient care report must be documented for every EMS call, including lift assists
• C. PCR required only for treatment
• D. PCR required only if transport

Answer: (B)

The key idea is that every EMS encounter must be documented. In Massachusetts, patient care reports are required for every EMS call, including lift assists, not just those with treatment or transport. The specific regulation cited in the protocol is 105 CMR 170.345, which establishes the requirement to complete a PCR for each call. This ensures a complete record of assessment, actions taken, and disposition, supporting continuity of care, legal documentation, and quality assurance. So lift assists are not exempt from documentation—the PCR is required under that regulatory citation.