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A mother brings her 5-year-old son for treatment. Who signs the informed consent?

  1. The mother (parent/guardian)
  2. The 5-year-old child
  3. The dentist
  4. No one
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Correct answer: A. The mother (parent/guardian)

  • A. Correct. A minor cannot legally consent; the parent/guardian (mother) signs.
  • B. A 5-year-old lacks legal capacity to consent.
  • C. The dentist cannot consent for the patient.
  • D. Consent from the guardian is required.

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