What is the term for physician instructions given directly by radio or cell phone?

The term "medical control" refers specifically to the authority and instructions provided by a physician to emergency medical personnel in the field, typically through real-time communication methods such as radio or a cell phone. This concept is essential in situations where EMTs encounter complexities in patient care that exceed their training or require specific medical advice.

Medical control is critical for ensuring that EMTs can make informed decisions about patient management, including medication administration, treatment protocols, and transportation decisions. It allows for immediate access to expert medical guidance in evolving emergency situations, enhancing patient safety and care outcomes.

While "medical direction" may sound similar, it encompasses broader aspects of the overall guidance and protocols established by physicians for EMTs, rather than the immediate, direct interaction seen in medical control. Other terms provided in the options, like "remote guidance" and "online consultation," do not specifically capture the real-time, authoritative communication that characterizes medical control.