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MGLQZ · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

In the majority of cases, pediatric clients are asked to give their consent or permission before receiving a procedure or treatment. This process is referred to as which of the following terms?

a. inclusion c. consideration
b. assent d. co-permission

Question 2

At a well-child visit, the parents of a 6-year-old express concerns over their child's increased complaints of fatigue. On questioning, the parent state that their child is getting 8 to 10 hours of sleep. The nurse informs the parents that:

a. This is an adequate amount of sleep
b. The child is not getting enough sleep
c. The child is getting too much sleep
d. The child needs a nap at noon

Athena23 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B

Feedback
A Incorrect: Inclusion is derived from the word include. Include means to involve as a subordinate part.
B Correct: While pediatric clients are entitled to informed consent, it is usually the role of the parent or legal guardain to give informed consent. A child is asked to give assent prior to a procedure or treatment. Assent means the child has been informed about what will happen during a treatment or procedure, and is willing to permit a health care provider to perform the care.
C Incorrect: Consideration refers to taking an individual's opinion into account. However, this is not the correct legal term for giving consent or permission.
D Incorrect: Co-permission refers to jointly allowing, authorizing, or consenting such as a child with the parent or legal guardian. However, this is not the correct legal term for giving their consent or permission.

Answer to Question 2

B
A 6-year-old child needs 10 to 12 hours of sleep each night. This child is not getting enough sleep. A 6-year-old is likely to be in first grade, where a nap is not possible.