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evelyn o bentley

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The nurse is aware that the informed consent form for a 16-year-old who is going to have a surgical procedure should be signed by the ___________.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

Rheumatic fever follows an infection with the organism:
 
  a. Group A -hemolytic streptococcus
  b. Staphylococcus aureus
  c. Streptococcus pneumoniae
  d. Haemophilus influenzae



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Answer to Question 1

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Consent forms for children younger than 18 years of age are signed by the parent after the physician has explained the procedure and the possible adverse effects. The signature is witnessed by the nurse. It is the nurse's responsibility to see that the form is signed prior to the procedure.

Answer to Question 2

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Group A -hemolytic streptococcus infection (GABHS) precedes rheumatic fever.





 

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