Prior to a sterilization procedure, which action by the nurse takes priority?
A.
Obtaining informed consent from the partner
B.
Obtaining pre-approval for Medicaid patients
C.
Obtaining pre-approval from the insurer
D.
Obtaining the woman's informed consent
ANS: D
Because this is an invasive, permanent procedure, the nurse must obtain fully informed consent from the woman. Partner consent is not legally required. Pre-approval may or may not be required, but the priority is the patient's informed consent.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word