New physician orders are transcribed for a patient to receive a colonoscopy. What must be completed before the colonoscopy to indicate the patient has been given full knowledge about what will be done along with its risks and complications?
a. Patients' rights
b. Advance directive
c. Informed consent
d. Patient protection
ANS: C
Informed consent states that the patient must fully understand and be aware of the risks and complications of what is to be done.
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