What is the required approach to obtaining consent for pediatric venipuncture?

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Consent for pediatric venipuncture hinges on the patient being a minor, so a parent or guardian must give informed consent before the procedure. This ensures someone with legal authority reviews the risks, benefits, and alternatives and authorizes moving forward. When appropriate, involve the child and seek assent to respect their developing autonomy, but assent does not replace guardian consent. The other options don’t fit because minors generally cannot provide legally valid consent, a child cannot authorize the procedure alone, and consent is not optional.