When a nurse signs as a witness on an informed consent form,she is indicating that the client:

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The nurse's signature witnessing the consent means that the client voluntarily gave consent,that the client's signature is authentic,and that the client appears to be competent to give consent.It is the physician's responsibility to make sure the client fully understands the procedure.If the nurse suspects the client does not understand,the nurse should notify the physician.The nurse's signature does not indicate that the client agrees with the procedure,but that the client has voluntarily given consent and is competent to do so.Clients also have the right to refuse treatment,which is also signed and witnessed.The nurse's signature does not verify that the client has authorized the physician to continue with treatment.It only verifies that the consent was given voluntarily,the client is competent to give consent,and the signature is authentic.

When a Nurse Signs as a Witness on an Informed