The nurse is showing respect for a client’s right to autonomy regardin

The nurse is showing respect for a client’s right to autonomy regarding an invasive procedure by:

1. Obtaining consent for the procedure
2. Performing the procedure appropriately
3. Providing client education regarding the procedure
4. Being frank when discussing the pros and cons of the procedure

ANSWER

ANS: 1
The signed consent ensures that the nurse obtained the client’s permission before proceeding with the procedure. The remaining options are examples of nonmaleficence, client right to be in-formed, and veracity.