Which person should obtain the client's signature on the informed consent document?
1. The clinic's business office manager
2. The registered nurse who manages intake and dismissal for the clinic
3. The technician who draws the client's blood sample
4. The health care provider who assessed the client's understanding of the testing
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Rationale 1: The business office manager is not qualified to obtain this consent.
Rationale 2: The nurse who manages intake and dismissal would not have the most complete information regarding the client's condition and the reason for the testing.
Rationale 3: The technician is not qualified to obtain informed consent for testing.
Rationale 4: The health care provider who assessed whether the client understands the purpose, benefits, and risks of the test should obtain the client's signature.
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