The nurse is attempting to obtain informed consent for the administration of electroconvulsive treatment (ECT) for a depressed client. The client expresses some fears and concerns regarding the treatment. The nurse should:
A) Recognize that the client does not want ECT and document a refusal to sign the informed consent.
B) Reassure the client and then have the client sign the informed consent.
C) Notify the physician.
D) Provide the client with additional information and cancel any scheduled ECTs until the client is able to
give informed consent.
D
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