Medical Consent
/ˈmɛdɪkəl kənˈsɛnt/
Definitions
- (n.) The voluntary agreement by a patient to undergo a specific medical treatment after being informed of the risks, benefits, and alternatives.
The doctor obtained medical consent before performing the surgery.
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Medical consent must be informed, voluntary, and given by a person with capacity; unclear or coerced consent may be legally invalid.
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