Which of the following hematologic tests or assessment procedures should the nurse check to ensure that the client or the client's legal representative has signed an informed consent statement?
A. Reticulocyte count
B. Bone marrow aspiration
C. Capillary fragility studies
D. Electrophoresis for hemoglobin type and quantity
B
Although the other studies are performed on blood or skin, they are not considered sufficiently invasive to require informed consent. Bone marrow aspiration is very invasive and uncomforta-ble, with risk for some complications.
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