A Patient Is Scheduled for Surgery

A patient is scheduled for surgery. When getting ready to obtain the informed consent, the patient tells the nurse, "I have no idea what is going to happen. I couldn't ask any questions." The nurse does not allow the patient to sign the permit and notifies the health care provider of the situation. Which role is the nurse displaying?

A) Manager
B) Patient educator
C) Patient advocate
D) Clinical nurse specialist

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