Ms.Casino,23,is scheduled to have surgery,has signed the consent form,but refuses to have a foley catheter inserted,arguing that the procedure is not part of the surgery.How should the nurse respond?

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As healthcare professionals, it is important to respect the patient's wishes and autonomy. Foley catheter insertion is not a necessary part of every surgery and if Ms. Casino does not want it, the nurse should respect her decision and document the situation accordingly. The nurse should also inform the surgical team about Ms. Casino's decision. It is not appropriate to continue with the procedure against the patient's wishes or to justify it based on the consent form. Calling the physician to come talk to the client might be an option, but it is not necessary if the nurse can communicate with the surgical team and document the situation correctly.

MsCasino,23,is Scheduled to Have Surgery,has Signed the Consent Form,but Refuses