Question

A nurse is present when a physician speaks with a patient about an upcoming invasive diagnostic procedure. The physician describes the process of the procedure and discusses all possible alternative procedures and treatments and what the potential ramifications are if the patient decides not to have the procedure. The nurse knows that the patient cannot give informed consent based on this discussion because the physician forgot to include which of these?

Accepted Answer

the risks and benefits of the procedure (including death)

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the opportunity for the patient to ask his or her questions about the procedure

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the cost of the procedure and whether or not insurance will pay for it

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the recommendation to see another physician for a second opinion on the necessity of the procedure

Question 18 - Management of Care Practice Test for the NCLEX-RN Exam