In regard to informed consent, which of the following statements is true?
a. Only legally incompetent adults can give consent.
b. Only parents can give consent for minor children.
c. It is not required that the client be told about costs and alternatives to treatment.
d. Consent must be voluntary.
ANS: D
For legal consent to be valid, it must be voluntary. Only legally competent adults can give consent. Parents or legal guardians can give consent for minor children. Clients must have full disclosure about risks/benefits, including costs and alternatives.
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