Informed consent requires that the patient has received specific information regarding the benefits of having the procedure as well as what will happen if the procedure is not performed.Which of the following must also be applied for it to be legal?

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Competency refers to the patient's ability to understand the information provided and make a decision based on that information. Voluntariness refers to the patient making the decision freely without being coerced or influenced. Both of these factors are necessary for informed consent to be considered legal. While alternatives and risks, cost and benefits, and risks and discomfort are important aspects to consider when obtaining informed consent, they are not the only factors required for it to be legal.

Informed Consent Requires That the Patient Has Received Specific Information