The client presents her hand when the nurse makes this statement: "I need to start an IV so you can get your antibiotics." Which behavior did the client demonstrate?

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The client demonstrated implied consent by presenting her hand for the nurse to start an IV to administer antibiotics. Implied consent occurs when a patient's actions or behavior suggest that they are accepting a proposed treatment. In this case, the client did not give verbal or written consent but her behavior indicated that she was willing to go ahead with the treatment.

The Client Presents Her Hand When the Nurse Makes This