To perform treatment on a patient not requiring a formal written consent a nurse must conduct which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
A) Asking permission to do a treatment.
B) Explaining the procedure.
C) Stopping the procedure if patient is uncomfortable.
D) Confirming understanding of the treatment.
E) None of above

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When performing treatment on a patient who does not require a formal written consent, a nurse must still obtain verbal consent by asking permission to do the treatment, explaining the procedure, ensuring the patient is comfortable with the procedure and stopping if they are not, and confirming the patient's understanding of the treatment. Therefore, all options listed (A-D) are necessary for the nurse to conduct before proceeding with the treatment.

To Perform Treatment on a Patient Not Requiring a Formal