A client who is terminally ill tells a nurse on the medical-surgical unit that she feels hopeless. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate?

Rationale:

A. Naloxone would reverse morphine effects, which is not relevant to the immediate need for surgical intervention.

B. The client might not be able to sign the consent if under the effects of morphine, and obtaining consent might be delayed.

C. Delaying surgery might not be appropriate if the client’s condition is critical and requires urgent intervention.

D. Implied consent is used in emergencies when a patient cannot provide consent due to their condition, and it is assumed they would consent to life-saving treatment.

Rationale:

A. HICS focuses on organizing and managing internal facility operations rather than mobilizing external multidisciplinary responders.

B. HICS does not directly ensure the availability of specific medical supplies; this is usually managed through other systems or protocols.

C. HICS is primarily concerned with internal facility management, not providing additional responders from outside agencies.

D. HICS helps to define roles, responsibilities, and reporting channels within the facility during a disaster, ensuring effective internal management.