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A nurse asks the aide to witness a resident's signature on a consent form. The aide's role is to:
- A.Explain all risks before the resident signs
- B.Decide if the resident is competent to sign
- C.Sign the resident's name if she is weak
- D.Confirm the resident signed the form in her presence, following facility policy
Correct answer
D. Confirm the resident signed the form in her presence, following facility policy
Why
Witnessing means attesting that the person signed in your presence, not explaining the treatment or judging capacity. Explanation remains the provider's responsibility.
Content outline: Role of the Nurse Aide - Legal and Ethical Behavior: Witnessing Signatures · From the Role of the Nurse Aide practice bank (RA-042).