The nurse is preparing for the admission of an infant who will have several procedures performed. In which situation is informed consent required (Select all that apply)?
a. Catheterized urine collection
b. Intravenous (IV) line insertion
c. Oxygen administration
d. Lumbar puncture
e. Computed tomography (CT) scan with contrast
ANS: D, E
Informed consent is required for invasive procedures that involve risk to a child, such as a lumbar puncture, chest tube insertion, and bone marrow aspirations. A consent is also required for a CT scan with contrast. Informed consent is not required for procedures that are covered under the general consent to treat that is signed at admission by a parent or a guardian. Catheterized urine collection, IV line insertion, and oxygen administration all fall under this category.
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