How do you obtain consent from mentally impaired participants?
A) You can't conduct research on a participant who is mentally impaired.
B) Ask that individual personally.
C) Ask a parent or legal guardian for consent on that individual's behalf.
D) It is fine to conduct research on individuals who are mentally impaired without having consent.

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When a participant is mentally impaired and unable to provide informed consent, researchers must obtain consent from a parent or legal guardian who can make decisions on behalf of the individual.

How Do You Obtain Consent from Mentally Impaired Participants