It Is Preferable That a Patient's Consent to a Surgical

question 6

Multiple Choice

It is preferable that a patient's consent to a surgical procedure be procured by the ___________.

• A) chief orderly
• B) nursing supervisor
• C) physician
• D) administrator

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