A client has just been explained the reason that he must undergo an MRI. When the nurse asks the client if he understands the teaching, he correctly describes what has been said to him. The client is said to be what?
A) Logical
B) Congruent
C) Competent
D) Autonomous
Ans: C
Competence involves the ability of the client to understand and make decisions based on information given.
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