Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a client who has given informed consent for electroconvulsive therapy. Just before the procedure, the client tells the nurse she is considering not going forward with the treatment. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
"You don't have to go through with the treatment."
Rationale:
🔷 Clients have the right to withdraw consent at any time, even after previously agreeing to a procedure like ECT.
🔷 Respecting the client's decision reinforces the ethical principle of autonomy.
🔷 This response is non-coercive, therapeutic, and acknowledges the client's control over their healthcare.
🔷 Nurses must remain advocates for informed, voluntary consent at all stages of care.
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This question is from RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor~2024 Exam 1 which contains 172 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI EXIT Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor Exam(s)~2024
- Answer Choices: 4