Which of the following actions should the nurse take before performing a painful procedure on a 6-year-old child? (Select all that apply.)
a. Providing the child an opportunity to express an opinion
b. Obtaining consent from the parent
c. Notifying the child's primary physician
d. Consulting the ethics committee
e. Obtaining consent from the parent and the child
f. Offering suggestions for alternative treatments
ANS: A, B
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