At what age do federal guidelines state that children have the right to give assent for treatment and research procedures?
a. when the child can verbally state the treatment desired and its benefits
b. when the child can read a consent form and sign his or her name
c. at 7 years of age
d. at 18 years of age
C
Federal guidelines state that children have the right to give assent for treatment and research procedures. In most states, clients older than 18 years of age can legally give informed consent.
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