The Purpose of Having a Patient Sign an Informed Consent

question 33

Multiple Choice

The purpose of having a patient sign an informed consent form is to ensure that the ____.

• A) patient has a legal recourse against the physician
• B) patient understands the treatment offered and the possible outcomes
• C) physician may terminate care at any time
• D) physician does not have to document every visit
• E) physician can delegate the patient's care to the medical assistant

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