Asked by Inagbo Tamuno on May 12, 2024
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Which patient would the nurse consider to be competent to give informed consent?
A) A 27-year-old unconscious patient
B) A 16-year-old emancipated minor
C) A 43-year-old patient who is drunk
D) A 33-year-old patient who has been declared legally incompetent
Informed Consent
The process by which a healthcare provider educates a patient about the risks, benefits, and alternatives of a given procedure or intervention before the patient agrees to it.
Emancipated Minor
A person under the age of majority who is legally recognized as independent from their parents or guardians.
Competent
Having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to do something successfully, especially with regard to professional tasks or duties.
- Demonstrate knowledge of delegation, safe practice, and the nurse's role in informed consent.
Verified Answer
AA
Ameer AizadMay 17, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Even though an emancipated minor has not achieved the legal age of consent,he or she may give consent for procedures and treatment.If a patient is unconscious,you need to obtain consent from a person legally authorized to give consent on his or her behalf.A patient who is legally incompetent needs to have the consent of a legal guardian,which is determined through a legal proceeding.A person who is drunk cannot fully understand the procedure and cannot sign the consent form.
Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate knowledge of delegation, safe practice, and the nurse's role in informed consent.