Description

Informed Consent is a legal and ethical process by which a patient voluntarily confirms their willingness to undergo a particular medical intervention after being informed of the relevant risks, benefits, and alternatives. It ensures that patients understand their rights and the implications of their choices regarding their healthcare.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should ensure that patients fully comprehend the information presented during the informed consent process, as it involves critical decision-making. Common variants that interpreters may encounter include 'consentimiento' or 'autorización', but it is important to stick to 'Consentimiento Informado' in formal contexts to maintain clarity and accuracy.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor explained the procedure thoroughly to obtain Informed Consent from the patient.

ES: El médico explicó el procedimiento a fondo para obtener el Consentimiento Informado del paciente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'informed consent' with 'implied consent'; using informal terms like 'consentimiento' instead of 'Consentimiento Informado'; misinterpreting the legal implications of consent.