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?

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Assent is the term used when referring to the process of obtaining a child's agreement to participate in a medical procedure or treatment. Unlike consent, which legally requires an individual to be of a certain age, assent involves ensuring that a child understands and agrees to the procedure as much as their development allows.

In the Majority of Cases, Pediatric Clients Are Asked to Give