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During which phase of the perioperative period does the patient receive information about the need for surgery?
During which phase of the perioperative period does the patient receive information about the need for surgery?
- Preoperative phase (correct)
- Intraoperative phase
- Postoperative phase
- All of the above
Who can act on behalf of the patient and provide consent for surgery?
Who can act on behalf of the patient and provide consent for surgery?
- Only the patient
- Anyone who is of legal age
- Legal guardian only (correct)
- Parent or spouse only
What information should be included in the consent form for surgery?
What information should be included in the consent form for surgery?
- Patient's age and address
- Type of procedure and type of anesthesia
- Name of the doctor and anesthesiologist
- All of the above (correct)
How long is the consent for surgery valid?
How long is the consent for surgery valid?
When does the preoperative phase end?
When does the preoperative phase end?
During which phase of the perioperative period does the patient receive information about the need for surgery?
During which phase of the perioperative period does the patient receive information about the need for surgery?
What are the criteria for someone who can act on behalf of the patient and provide consent for surgery?
What are the criteria for someone who can act on behalf of the patient and provide consent for surgery?
How long is the consent for surgery valid?
How long is the consent for surgery valid?
What information should be included in the consent form for surgery?
What information should be included in the consent form for surgery?
When does the preoperative phase end?
When does the preoperative phase end?