The psychiatric-mental health nurse is obtaining informed consent for a client who is scheduled for ECT the following morning. Which major elements must be
Addressed when obtaining informed consent? Select all that apply.

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1.This is incorrect. The client will sign and date the informed consent when the major elements for informed consent have been addressed. The three major elements that must be addressed when obtaining informed consent are knowledge, competency, and free will.
2.This is incorrect. A physician order for ECT is required before informed consent is obtained. The three major elements that must be addressed when obtaining informed consent are knowledge, competency, and free will.
3.This is correct. Informed consent requires the client to give consent voluntarily and without coercion from others. The three major elements that must be addressed when obtaining informed consent are knowledge, competency, and free will.
4.This is correct. The client's cognition must not be impaired to an extent that would interfere with decision-making. The three major elements that must be addressed when obtaining informed consent are knowledge, competency, and free will.
5.This is incorrect. Informed consent is obtained after the physician determines the necessity for treatment and provides an order. The three major elements that must be addressed when obtaining informed consent are knowledge, competency, and free will.
6.This is correct. The client must have received adequate information on which to base his or her decision. The three major elements that must be addressed when obtaining informed consent are knowledge, competency, and free will.

The Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Is Obtaining Informed Consent for a Client