A Client Is Scheduled to Have Surgery, Has Signed the Consent

question 14

Multiple Choice

A client is scheduled to have surgery, has signed the consent form, but refuses to have a Foley catheter placed, saying, "That's not part of the surgery". The nurse should:

• A) explain that this is part of the surgical prep and continue with the procedure.
• B) call the physician.
• C) respect the client's wishes as the right of consent also involves the right of refusal.
• D) explain that the client has already signed the consent, and place the catheter.

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