Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse Practice Test

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Which of the following is incorrect about informed consent?

A person has to be mentally competent to sign an informed consent.

Physicians can waive informed consents in emergency situations.

It can be revoked by the state, especially when the benefits outweigh the risks.

The name of the procedure, its risks and benefits, and other alternative procedures make up all the essential elements of informed consent

Informed consent is a crucial aspect of medical care that ensures patients are adequately informed about their treatment options before making decisions about their healthcare. While it is true that the name of the procedure, its risks, benefits, and alternatives are essential components of informed consent, it is not accurate to say that these elements "make up all the essential elements of informed consent." Informed consent also involves discussing the potential risks and benefits of not undergoing the procedure, the likelihood of success, the anticipated recovery process, and the potential consequences of treatment refusal. Therefore, option D is incorrect.

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