A nurse is caring for a child who is scheduled to have intrathecal chemotherapy today.Which action by the nurse is most important when providing care to this patient and family?

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Intrathecal chemotherapy (introducing chemotherapy into the subarachnoid space of the spinal cord)is an invasive procedure and requires a signed consent.Although all actions are important for this child,the priority is ensuring the consent is executed appropriately and on the chart.

A Nurse Is Caring for a Child Who Is Scheduled