The perspectives of eThekwini public service anaesthetic doctors on the informed consent process for anaesthesia

• Published in: Southern African journal of anaesthesia and analgesia Vol. 19; no. 2; pp. 96 - 101
• Main Authors: Naidu, S, Gopalan, PD
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Taylor & Francis 01.01.2013
• Subjects: anaesthesia; consent; informed consent; patient rights; preoperative interview

Objectives: This study aimed to ascertain the perspectives of anaesthetists with regard to their current practice of obtaining informed consent. The outcome of this study will eventually assist in creating a standardised system for informed consent which will be pivotal to the safe, ethical, medical...