Ensuring the client gives informed consent is essential as it is a legal and ethical requirement before any surgical procedure. This step confirms that the client understands the nature, risks, and benefits of the procedure and agrees to it voluntarily. While completing a thorough preoperative checklist and gathering lab results are necessary, they are secondary to informed consent, which is a prerequisite for proceeding with surgery. Administering prescribed medications typically occurs closer to the procedure and must not precede verification of informed consent.
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