HPTC RT Exam Practice Questions - HPTC National Respiratory Therapy Certification Examination Exam

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A patient is scheduled for an arterial blood gas (ABG) puncture. What type of consent must the respiratory therapist obtain before proceeding?

Written informed consent signed by the patient and a witness. Implied consent, demonstrated by the patient extending their arm. Verbal informed consent after explaining the procedure, benefits, and risks. No consent is required as it is a routine diagnostic procedure ordered by a physician.

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Verbal informed consent after explaining the procedure, benefits, and risks.

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