Consent, Usually Written, That States Understanding of What Treatment Is

question 63

Short Answer

Consent, usually written, that states understanding of what treatment is to be undertaken and the risks involved with such treatment is called __________ consent.

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Definitions:

Conscious Vision

The aspect of sight that involves awareness of what one sees, depending on brain processes that interpret visual information.

Primary Visual Cortex

The region of the brain located in the occipital lobe that receives, integrates, and processes visual information from the retinas.

Frontal Lobe

The part of the brain located at the front of each cerebral hemisphere, responsible for voluntary movement, expressive language, and managing higher level executive functions.

Occipital

Pertaining to the occipital lobe of the brain, which is primarily responsible for visual processing.