A 12-year-old pediatric client is in need of surgery. Which member of the health care team is legally responsible for obtaining informed consent for an invasive procedure?
1. Nurse
2. Physician
3. Unit secretary
4. Social worker
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Informed consent is legal preauthorization for an invasive procedure. It is the physician's legal responsibility to obtain this, because it consists of an explanation about the medical condition, a detailed description of treatment plans, the expected benefits and risks related to the proposed treatment plan, alternative treatment options, the client's questions, and the guardian's right to refuse treatment.
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