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The physician who elects to perform a cesarean delivery on a primigravid client for fetal distress has informed the client of possible risks during the procedure. When the nurse asks the client to sign the consent form, the client's husband says, 'I'll sign it for her. She's too upset by what is happening to make this decision.' The nurse should:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The client must provide informed consent unless incapacitated. The nurse should ask the client to sign, ensuring she understands despite her distress. The husband cannot sign unless legally authorized, and dual signatures or physician witnessing are unnecessary.

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