In Which Situation Is Implied Consent Appropriate for Treatment of a Child

question 4

Multiple Choice

In which situation is implied consent appropriate for treatment of a child?

• A) Parent or guardian refuses to allow a blood transfusion following a child's accident.
• B) Providers determine that a child requires closed reduction of closed fracture.
• C) Surgery to repair a ruptured spleen is performed in the absence of parent/guardian.
• D) Sutures are needed for treatment of a laceration that resulted from a sporting event.

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Definitions:

Impulsive

Acting quickly without thought or care for the consequences.

Experiential Intelligence

The ability to apply knowledge and skills gained from personal experience to new and different situations.

Componential Intelligence

Part of Sternberg's Triarchic Theory of Intelligence, focusing on analytical skills such as problem-solving, logical reasoning, and the ability to analyze.

Practical Intelligence

The ability to solve everyday problems by utilizing knowledge gained from experience.