A 12-year-old pediatric client is in need of surgery. The healthcare member who is legally responsible for obtaining informed consent for an invasive procedure is the
1. nurse.
2. physician.
3. unit secretary.
4. social worker.
Answer:2
Rationale:Informed consent is legal preauthorization for an invasive procedure. It is the physician's legal responsibility to obtain this,because it consists of an explanation about the medical condition,a detailed description of treatment plans,the expected benefits and risks related to the proposed treatment plan, alternative treatment options,the client's questions,and the guardian's right to refuse treatment.
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