NCLEX RN Practice Question

The correct action is for the nurse to notify the surgeon that the client needs further explanation. While a consent form may be signed, the nurse's role as a patient advocate includes ensuring the consent is truly informed. The client's statement indicates a lack of understanding. It is the surgeon's responsibility to provide a clear explanation of the procedure, including risks, benefits, and alternatives, to obtain informed consent. The nurse should not proceed with preoperative tasks that depend on informed consent, nor should they be the one to provide the detailed explanation of the surgery. Documenting the conversation is important, but the immediate priority is to address the client's lack of understanding by involving the surgeon.