A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for placement of a central venous access device. Which of the following actions is the nurse's responsibility in the informed consent process?

Assess the client's understanding after the provider has talked with her.

Discuss alternative treatment options with the client.

Review the risks and benefits of the procedure with the client.

Place a photocopy of the signed informed consent in the client's medical record.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

the nurse plays a role of the client’s advocate to ensure that they understand fully the risks, benefits and steps of the procedure discussed. He or she should address any concerns raised by the client regarding the benefits and risks as explained by the healthcare provider.

B and C. It is the role of the provider to discuss in depth the risks, benefits and alternatives of the scheduled procedure

D. Handling the copy of the informed consent is the role of the record keeper at the facility

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

the nurse should place the client’s purse in the facility safe where it is secure

A. The nurses’ station may not have space for the purse to be placed there

B. Drawers can be easily accessible to anyone and, therefore, unsafe.

C. Placing the purse with other belongings may lead to misplacement.

A. Request that the coworker complete an incident report. B. File an anonymous report of the incident to the nurse manager. C. Identify all witnesses to the incident. D. Document a factual account of the incident. E. Submit an incident report to the risk manager.

Correct Answer is ["B","C","D","E"]

Explanation

The incident is very important as it affects the cost effectiveness of care. An incident report should be submitted anonymously to prevent work place tension while preventing such similar occurrences. Witnesses are important in the event the nurse denies the occurrence.

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