A nurse is caring for a client who has cancer and is terminally ill. The client reports feeling depressed. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?

A) Explain the procedure to the client before verifying informed consent: The nurse should not explain the procedure, as that responsibility lies with the healthcare provider performing the surgery. The nurse's role is to verify that informed consent has been appropriately obtained and that the client understands what they are consenting to.

B) Inform the client about the condition that requires treatment: While it’s important for clients to understand their condition, this should have been addressed prior to the consent process by the healthcare provider. The nurse's role at this stage is not to provide this information but rather to ensure that consent has been appropriately documented.

C) Provide information on the informed consent form about the benefits of the surgery: Although informing the client about the benefits of the surgery is important, this should have been done by the physician prior to obtaining consent. The nurse does not add information to the consent form but verifies that it accurately reflects the discussion that took place between the physician and the client.

D) Confirm the client's signature is authentic: Verifying the authenticity of the client's signature is a critical nursing responsibility. This ensures that the consent is valid and that the client has indeed agreed to the procedure as documented. The nurse must ensure that all legal and ethical standards are met before the surgery can proceed.

A) "You must be at least 21 years of age to become an organ donor.": This is inaccurate. Individuals as young as 18 can register as organ donors, provided they meet the necessary criteria.

B) "Your name cannot be removed once you are listed on the organ donor list.": This is misleading. Individuals can remove themselves from the organ donor list if they change their minds, as long as they follow the appropriate procedures.

C) "Your desire to be an organ donor must be documented in writing.": This is the correct answer. To ensure that a person's wishes regarding organ donation are respected, it is essential that they are documented, typically through a donor card or registry.

D) "I cannot be a witness for your consent to donate.": While it is true that a nurse may not serve as a witness for consent to donate, this response does not provide the client with useful information about organ donation itself.