Informed Consent: What is the best practice?

Monday, September 23, 2024, 8:29 AM - Friday, May 22, 2026, 12:00 AM

Topics for the Vital Signs podcast will include Sentara safety and quality initiatives that focus on improving patient care at Sentara facilities. Our faculty will be discussing the most recent developments in health care, and discussing best practices across the system. 

This episode is an overview of some of the best practices for informed consent. 

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1. Recognize ways to improve accuracy with the consent process.
2. Establish accurate and complete consent documentation to ensure safe outcomes.

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