The nurse is to witness an adult patient's consent for a knee arthroscopy. Which of these is essential for the nurse to confirm before witnessing the consent?
a. What type of job the patient has
b. When the patient last ate or drank
c. Who is driving the patient home
d. Which is the operative knee
ANS: D
It is essential as part of ensuring that the consent is correct that the nurse verify the surgical procedure and correct site, especially right or left, when applicable, are correctly written on the consent. A, B, and C do not have a bearing on the consent.
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