The nurse is asked to obtain informed consent for surgery that will be performed on a client the following day. The appropriate action is:
1. Explaining the procedure to the client, and having the client sign the form.
2. Witnessing the signature, not whether the client understands what will occur.
3. Having the client sign a blank form that the physician can fill out later.
4. Having a family member talk to the patient to convince him to have the procedure.
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Rationale 1: The care provider performing the procedures is responsible for obtaining informed consent.
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