A Client Is to Undergo a Surgical Procedure by a Surgeon

question 3

Multiple Choice

A client is to undergo a surgical procedure by a surgeon. The client is questioning some of the terminology on the consent form. Which of the following is the best response by the nurse?

• A) "I'll explain whatever you don't understand."
• B) "I'll call your surgeon back in the room to answer your questions."
• C) "You should have asked your surgeon when he was in here."
• D) "Just sign the form, and I'll make sure your surgeon talks to you before he begins the procedure."

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