The healthy adult client is given a narcotic prior to a surgical procedure. The nurse is completing the chart and notices the consent form was not signed by the client. Which of the following should the nurse do first?
A) Immediately have the client sign the consent form.
B) Have the client's family member sign the consent form.
C) Ask the client if he still wants to proceed with the procedure.
D) Notify the physician of the oversight.
Ans: D
Feedback:
Do not administer any medications that might alter judgment or perception before the client signs the consent form because many drugs commonly administered as preoperative medications, such as narcotics or barbiturates, can alter cognitive abilities and invalidate informed consent.
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