In order for patients to give informed consent,they must first
A)be educated about the risks and benefits
B)be scheduled for an appointment
C)have a diagnosis
D)sign a waiver

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Informed consent requires patients to be educated about the risks and benefits of a treatment or procedure before they can make a decision. Scheduling an appointment or having a diagnosis may be necessary, but they are not sufficient for obtaining informed consent. Signing a waiver alone does not ensure that the patient fully understands the risks and benefits involved.

In Order for Patients to Give Informed Consent,they Must First