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Informed Consent (cont.)

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Documentation of Consent

For many tests and procedures, such as routine blood tests, x-rays, and splints or casts, consent is implied. No written documentation of the consent process is obtained. For many invasive tests or for treatments with significant risk, you should be given a written consent form and a verbal explanation, both preferably in your native language.

  • The following components should be discussed and included in the written consent form. If they are not, you should request that information:

    • An explanation of the medical condition that warrants the test, procedure, or treatment

    • An explanation of the purpose and benefits of the proposed test, procedure, or treatment

    • An explanation or description of the proposed test, procedure, or treatment, including possible complications or adverse events

    • A description of alternative treatments, procedures, or tests, if any, and their relative benefits and risks

    • A discussion of the consequences of not accepting the test, procedure, or treatment

  • The consent form should be signed and dated both by the doctor and by you, as the patient. You would sign for your child. You may ask for a copy of the signed consent form.

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