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Wadzanai

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on: Jul 11, 2018
What is the responsibility of the nurse as a witness to informed consent?
 
  a. Explain the surgical options
  b. Explain the operative risks
  c. Verify/obtain the patient's signature
  d. Verify the patient's understanding of the procedure

Question 2

Which patient instruction should the nurse include in the teaching plan relative to the management of systemic lupus erythematosus?
 
  a. Maintain a balance between rest and activity
  b. Increase activity to promote mobility
  c. Increase exposure to the sun to increase vitamin D absorption
  d. Increase sodium consumption


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amynguyen1221

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
A witness is only verifying that this is the person who signed the consent and that it was a voluntary consent. The witness (often a nurse) is not verifying that the patient understands the procedure.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Balanced rest, activity, and diet will support medication management. Limited sunlight exposure is recommended to prevent photosensitivity. SLE often has kidney involvement, which would require reduction of sodium.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
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