If a patient is a minor, to whom does the provider describe the procedure's potential complications and risks to the patient?

A. Patient's parent
B. Patient's guardian
C. Any patient old enough for a procedure can receive this information
D. The patient's parent or guardian


D. The patient's parent or guardian

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