Which of the following best describes the primary nursing role regardi

Which of the following best describes the primary nursing role regarding a client’s consent to surgery immediately before surgery?

1. Explaining the procedure to the client in a fashion that is easily understood
2. Placing the signed consent in the client’s medical record
3. Ensuring that the client understands the possible risks of the procedure before signing the consent
4. Reviewing the client’s surgical consent as a part of the routine preoperative checklist

ANSWER

ANS: 4
It is the surgeon’s responsibility to explain the procedure and obtain the informed consent. After the client completes the consent form, place it in the medical record. The record goes to the oper-ating room with the client after the nurse confirms all required information has been included.