Management of CareQuestion 10 of 120
Which of the following is the nurse's primary responsibility when a client signs a surgical consent form?
a.Explaining the surgical risks and alternatives to the client
b.Verifying that the client's consent is voluntary and witnessing the signature
c.Deciding whether the client should proceed with surgery
d.Guaranteeing that the surgery will be successful
Explanation
The provider is responsible for explaining risks, benefits, and alternatives. The nurse verifies that consent is voluntary and informed and witnesses the signature.
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