The nurse is preparing for the admission of an infant who will have several procedures performed.In which situations is informed consent required? (Select all that apply.)

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Informed consent is required for invasive procedures that involve a risk to a child such as lumbar puncture and bone marrow aspiration.Informed consent is not required for procedures that are covered under the general consent to treat that is signed at admission by a parent or a guardian.These include catheterized urine collection,IV insertion,and oxygen administration.

The Nurse Is Preparing for the Admission of an Infant