A nurse is caring for a client who has chosen a neighbor as their designee in their durable power of attorney for health care. The client is incapacitated and is scheduled for an endoscopy. The nurse should request that which of the following individuals provide consent for the procedure?

Choice A rationale:

Instructing the client to remain supine for 10 minutes after inserting a vaginal suppository helps ensure proper absorption of the medication. This position allows the suppository to stay in contact with the vaginal mucosa, promoting optimal drug absorption. This is an essential nursing action to maximize the therapeutic effect of the medication.

Choice B rationale:

Applying sterile gloves after cleansing the perineal area is not necessary when administering a vaginal suppository. While maintaining cleanliness is important, the use of sterile gloves is not typically required for this procedure. Clean, non-sterile gloves are sufficient to maintain aseptic technique during the administration.

Choice C rationale:

Inserting the suppository 3 to 4 cm (1 to 1.5 in) into the vagina is an appropriate depth for vaginal suppository insertion. The nurse should follow this guideline to ensure that the medication reaches the appropriate location within the vaginal canal, optimizing absorption and effectiveness.

Choice D rationale:

Placing the client in the lateral semi-prone recumbent position is not a standard position for administering a vaginal suppository. The suppository is typically administered with the client lying on their back (supine) to facilitate insertion and medication absorption. Placing the client in the position described would not provide the optimal angle for insertion.

Choice A rationale:

Dehydration is a serious condition, and a urine output of 40 mL/hr is indicative of decreased renal perfusion and potential renal failure. However, this situation does not require immediate intervention compared to other choices.

Choice B rationale:

Pain management is important, and a pain score of 4 out of 10 indicates mild to moderate pain. While addressing pain is essential for the client's comfort, it is not an immediate priority compared to the situation presented in another choice.

Choice C rationale:

(Correct Choice) A respiratory rate of 40 breaths per minute in a client with asthma indicates severe respiratory distress. This client is at risk of respiratory failure and requires immediate assessment and intervention.

Choice D rationale:

A fasting blood glucose of 100 mg/dL in a client with diabetes mellitus is within a normal range and does not require immediate attention when compared to the urgent situation in another choice.