Prior to surgery, a surgeon requests that the nurse review the surgical procedure, risks, benefits, and alternative therapies with a client. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

While nurses may sign as witness to an informed consent, they may not obtain it. It is the responsibility of the provider performing the procedure to obtain the informed consent. If the situation arises that informed consent is required or has not been obtained, the nurse is responsible for notifying the provider and ensuring that the conversation and paperwork has been completed prior to the procedure.