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Kaplan Practice Test
The nurse is preparing a client for surgery. When obtaining informed consent, the nurse should INITIALLY do which of the following?
Explain the risks, benefits, and alternatives of the procedure
Tell the client that obtaining the signature is routine for all surgeries
Witness the client’s signature
Assess whether the client’s understanding of the procedure is sufficient to give consent
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Informed consent means the client must understand and comprehend the risks, benefits, and alternatives of the procedure to be performed.
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