The nurse is showing respect for a client's right to autonomy regarding an invasive procedure by:
1. Obtaining consent for the procedure
2. Performing the procedure appropriately
3. Providing client education regarding the procedure
4. Being frank when discussing the pros and cons of the procedure
ANS: 1
The signed consent ensures that the nurse obtained the client's permission before proceeding with the procedure. The remaining options are examples of nonmaleficence, client right to be in-formed, and veracity.
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