The nurse is preparing a patient for surgery prior to her hysterectomy without oophorectomy. The nurse is witnessing the patient's signature on a consent form. Which comment by the patient would best indicate informed consent?
A) "I know I'll be fine because the physician said he has done this procedure hundreds of times."
B) "I know I'll have pain after the surgery but they'll do their best to keep it to a minimum."
C) "The physician is going to remove my uterus and told me about the risk of bleeding."
D) "Because the physician isn't taking my ovaries, I'll still be able to have children."
Ans: C
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The surgeon must inform the patient of the benefits, alternatives, possible risks, complications, disfigurement, disability, and removal of body parts as well as what to expect in the early and late postoperative periods. The nurse clarifies the information provided, and, if the patient requests additional information, the nurse notifies the physician. In the correct response, the patient is able to tell the nurse what will occur during the procedure and the associated risks. This indicates the patient has a sufficient understanding of the procedure to provide informed consent. Clarification of information given may be necessary, but no additional information should be given. The other listed statements do not reflect an understanding of the surgery to be performed.
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