An unconscious client who is bleeding profusely is brought to the emergency department after a serious accident. Surgery is required immediately to save the client's life. With regard to informed consent for the surgical procedure, which of the following is the best action?
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A
Call the nursing supervisor to initiate a court order for the surgical procedure.
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B
Try calling the client's spouse to obtain telephone consent before the surgical procedure.
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C
Ask the friend who accompanied the client to the emergency department to sign the consent form.
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D
Transport the client to the operating department immediately, as required by the health care provider without obtaining an informed consent.