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Geriatric Quick Consult      Decision-making Capacity      Don't #7

Don't make the consent process unnecessarily complicated

Knowledge Action
Consent for common procedures could in theory cover every possible contingency, but this is impractical and unnecessary, and it raises anxieties for all parties involved.

It is important to specifically cover the major issues relevant to any particular procedure.

It is reasonable to address other issues with relatively general and inclusive statements.
  • Cover only what is necessary in the consent process.
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