The nurse observes a healthcare provider discuss an operative procedure with a client and determines informed consent was achieved
Which information was included in the informed consent process? Select all that apply.
A) The provider's disapproval if the surgery is not performed
B) The health problem that requires surgery
C) The purpose of the surgery
D) The expectations of the surgery
E) Outcome if surgery is not performed
Answer: B, C, D, E
For informed consent to be achieved the client should receive the following information: the diagnosis or condition that requires treatment, purposes of the treatment, intended benefits of the treatment, what could occur if the surgery is not performed. To give informed consent voluntarily, the client must not be coerced in any manner. If the client provides consent due to fear of disapproval by a healthcare provider, such consent is not considered to be voluntary. Coercion of any kind invalidates the consent.
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