INFORMED CONSENT: OBTAINING FROM PATIENTS UNDERGOING SURGERY

Course overview

The purpose of obtaining informed consent from a patient who is anticipating surgery is to verify that the patient has been fully informed of treatment options and the potential risks associated with those options and has sanctioned the procedure. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of obtaining informed consent from patients undergoing surgery, including step-by-step process, and to aid in caring for the patient prior to a surgical procedure. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.