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Management Workbook

Promoting the Development and Understanding of Management Issues for Pre-Registration Nurses

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Scenario 2 - Professional and Ethical Issues

A registrar asks you to accompany her whilst she consents a patient for a procedure. She is a in a hurry and does not in your opinion spend enough time explaining the procedure and possible risks. The patient is hesitating and asks you whether you think they should go ahead.

Question 1

Question 1: Would you advise the patient one way or the other?

Question 2

Question 2: What is your role as a qualified nurse in this scenario?

Question 3

Question 3: How could you ensure that the patient receives the full information they require to make a decision?

Question 4

Question 4: Would it be acceptable for you to challenge the registrar on this issue?

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