A client is about to go to the preoperative holding area and is given a strong narcotic sedating agent. The spouse accompanies the client to the holding area. Once there, the surgeon goes over the informed consent and asks for a signature. What should occur in this scenario?1. The client should sign the form.2. The client's spouse should sign the form.3. The nurse should document "unable to sign" and initial the form.4. The physician should wait until the sedative has worn off to obtain informed consent.

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