Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 65%
Simulated
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is about to undergo surgery. Which of the following statements about informed consent should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Informed consent requires the provider to explain the risks, benefits, and alternatives of a procedure to the patient before obtaining consent. By choosing option D, the patient is informed and can make an educated decision. This promotes patient autonomy and ensures they understand the implications of the surgery.
Incorrect Choices:
A: Informed consent is specific to the procedure being performed, not all routine treatments.
B: While a witness may be required for some procedures, it is not a universal requirement for informed consent.
C: Verbal consent may be acceptable in some cases, but for surgery, written informed consent is typically required.
E, F, G: No information is provided, making these choices irrelevant.
Rationale: Informed consent requires the provider to explain the risks, benefits, and alternatives of a procedure to the patient before obtaining consent. By choosing option D, the patient is informed and can make an educated decision. This promotes patient autonomy and ensures they understand the implications of the surgery.
Incorrect Choices:
A: Informed consent is specific to the procedure being performed, not all routine treatments.
B: While a witness may be required for some procedures, it is not a universal requirement for informed consent.
C: Verbal consent may be acceptable in some cases, but for surgery, written informed consent is typically required.
E, F, G: No information is provided, making these choices irrelevant.