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When asked to sign the surgical consent form,the patient has questions.The nurse notifies the surgeon,who talks with the patient again and then tells the nurse the questions have been answered.When the nurse again explains the purpose of the consent form to the patient,the patient says,"The doctor says this surgery is necessary.Do you think it is really necessary?" What is the nurse's best response?


A) "The doctor wouldn't schedule the surgery if it wasn't necessary."
B) "There are probably nonsurgical treatments, but they may not be as effective."
C) "This is a decision only you can make. What concerns do you have?"
D) "I think it is necessary, but I can call the doctor back if you want further information."

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