Consent to Treatment
/kənˈsɛnt tuː ˈtritmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal agreement by a patient or authorized person permitting medical professionals to administer treatment.
The hospital required the patient's consent to treatment before performing surgery.
- (n.) An informed decision based on sufficient information and understanding of risks regarding medical procedures.
Doctors must obtain informed consent to treatment to respect patient autonomy.
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- consent to treatment
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Commentary
Consent to treatment must be voluntary and based on adequate information; unclear or coerced consent can invalidate the agreement.
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