Informed consent for a minor guarantees that the parent or legal ...

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Informed consent for a minor guarantees that the parent or legal guardian understands what aspect(s) of a procedure? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Purpose of the procedure
  b. Risks associated with the procedure
  c. That no suit can be brought for damages
  d. That the document must be signed and witnessed
  e. That information was given

Question 2

The nurse instructs the mother of a 2-year-old who is taking iron supplements for anemia that some foods reduce the absorption of iron. What would be the best example provided by the nurse?
 
  a. Red meat
  b. Green, leafy vegetables
  c. Acidic fruit juices
  d. Egg yolks

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, D, E
The informed consent establishes that the patient, parent, or legal guardian understands the purpose and risks of the procedure. It also establishes that the patient, parent, or legal guardian understands what they have been told; the document should be signed and witnessed.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Egg yolks and starches reduce the absorption of iron in the digestive tract and should be limited for persons taking an iron supplement.