Who may sign the informed consent for a child to participate in a study? Select all that apply
A) Grandmother with legal guardianship
B) Parent
C) Sibling over 18 years of age
D) Child over 7 years old
A, B
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Children are an identified vulnerable group and do not have the competence to give informed consent. Consent must be obtained from a parent or legal guardian. However, it is appropriate—especially if the child is at least 7 years of age—to obtain the child's assent, as well.
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