American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI) Practice Exam

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When is authorization for organ or tissue procurement considered valid?

When a physician gives verbal consent
When the legal next of kin provides consent
When a donor card is discovered in a wallet
When the decedent's physician confirms consent

The correct answer is: When the legal next of kin provides consent

Authorization for organ or tissue procurement is considered valid when the legal next of kin provides consent. This is because, in many jurisdictions, the legal next of kin is recognized as having the authority to make decisions regarding the deceased's body after death, including the potential donation of organs and tissues. The consent must be documented and provided in accordance with legal and ethical standards, ensuring that all parties involved are clear about their rights and responsibilities regarding organ procurement. In contrast, verbal consent from a physician, discovering a donor card, or confirmation from the decedent's physician may not meet the necessary legal requirements or may lack the formal documentation needed for valid consent. It is essential to follow legal protocols to ensure that the process of organ donation is respectful of the deceased's wishes and those of their family.