A 17-year-old mother signed her name on the consent form for her child to have an influenza immunization. The nurse asked the mother if she also wanted a flu immunization. If the mother said, "Yes," can the nurse give her the injection?
a. No, unless the 17-year-old had her parents' consent
b. Yes, if the mother signs her own consent form
c. Yes; it is important that both mother and child be protected
d. It would depend on the laws in that state regarding emancipated minors
ANS: D
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