A manager who is concerned with ensuring that patients on her surgical unit have the necessary information to make informed choices is:
A) Practicing legal nursing care.
B) Demonstrating respect for patient rights.
C) Avoiding risks.
D) Likely experiencing issues with informed consent.

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In demonstrating respect for and advocacy for informed consent,the nurse manager is modeling professionalism and a professional philosophy that includes patient rights such as the right to informed consent.Concern for this right is associated with safe,competent,ethical care and with ameliorating the risk of litigation.

A Manager Who Is Concerned with Ensuring That Patients on Her