The nurse is preparing a client for exploratory laparoscopy for severe abdominal pain. The client begins asking about the procedure, the risks, and recovery time. The nurse checks the client’s chart and notices that the informed consent has not been obtained. Which action should the nurse take next?
Call the surgeon performing the exploratory laparoscopy.
Complete the informed consent paperwork and document it in the chart.
Answer the client’s questions as thoroughly as possible.
Reassure the client that everything will be fine.
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