Key aspects of consent

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Key aspects of consent Patient should receive an explaination of the operation or treatment which is proposed This process should always be documented It should be explained in a language which the patient can understand The information should include an explaination of the risks and complications The individual consenting should have a comprehensive understanding of what is proposed ArticleDate:20060524 SiteSection: Article