A 16-year-old boy injured in a motorcycle accident is unconscious and cannot sign the emergency surgical consent form; no family members can be located. The nurse anticipates that the:
A) hospital social worker can sign the permit.
B) surgeon will write a detailed note about the need for surgery and a registered nurse will then sign the consent.
C) opinion of a second surgeon is sought regarding the necessity of the surgery.
D) hospital attorney must authorize the surgery and sign the consent form.
Correct Answer:
Verified
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