In a life-threatening emergency where delay guarantees death, the ethical duty of beneficence and the doctrine of implied consent justify initiating life-saving treatment without explicit human authorization. While security protocols safeguard against misuse, they should not function as a barrier to essential care when the patient cannot consent and no timely alternative exists. Proceeding should be limited to the minimum necessary override, with comprehensive logging, real-time notifications to clinical leadership and security, and continued attempts to restore human oversight as soon as possible. This approach prioritizes the patient’s immediate survival while maintaining accountability and allowing for post-event review.