Which patient is NOT excluded from termination of resuscitation according to protocols?

The termination of resuscitation protocols often include specific guidelines for various patient populations based on their circumstances and likely chances of survival. In this context, a 9-year-old patient is not excluded from termination of resuscitation because pediatric patients, depending on the specific situation and established protocols, may have guidelines that differ from those for adults. However, these decisions can be complex and are typically made based on factors such as the patient's overall condition, the cause of the cardiac arrest, the response to resuscitation efforts, and established protocols.

Other patients mentioned, like a pregnant patient or those struck by lightning, might have specific considerations that warrant different approaches due to the complexities involved—such as the potential for fetal survival in a pregnant patient or the mechanics of injury in cases of lightning strikes, which may influence outcomes differently. A person in a public place often raises concerns about bystander CPR and immediate interventions, sometimes leading to a decision against termination. Thus, the 9-year-old patient's age does not automatically place them in the category of exclusions and can be assessed based on the situation at hand.