The client being prepared for a procedure asks to be allowed to wear a religious medal. The client ...

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: The fact that there is a policy to remove all jewelry is simply a policy, and an exception might be made and documented in this case.
Rationale 2: The nurse should not tell the client that the medal will be allowed as this decision belongs to those directly involved in the procedure.
Rationale 3: The nurse should explain the significance of the medal to the colonoscopy staff and request that the client be allowed to wear it during the procedure.
Rationale 4: Removing the medal and placing it on the head of the bed is not a good choice. There may be no reason to remove the medal. Placing the medal on the head of the bed might allow it to be lost.