A nurse is speaking with the partner of a client who speaks a different language than the nurse. The partner tells the nurse that the client does not want to sign an informed consent for an urgent cesarean birth. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Rationale: A. Ask the client's partner to sign as next of kin: The partner cannot legally provide informed consent on behalf of the client unless they have legal power of attorney. Consent must come from the client unless they are incapacitated. B. Document the client's refusal in their medical record: While documentation is important, it should only occur after ensuring the client fully understands the procedure. Without effective communication, refusal may not be informed. C. Check to see if the client has an advance directive: Advance directives guide care if the client is incapacitated but may not apply if the client is alert and able to make decisions about the current procedure. D. Ask the provider to explain the procedure through an interpreter: Using a professional interpreter ensures clear communication so the client can make an informed decision about the cesarean birth, respecting autonomy and reducing misunderstanding.