Consent in surgery

Br J Nurs. 2023 Jun 22;32(12):588-593. doi: 10.12968/bjon.2023.32.12.588.

Abstract

This article will focus on obtaining informed consent from the perspective of a surgical advanced clinical practitioner (SACP). There are many considerations regarding obtaining informed consent and it is recognised that the duty of this role will vary within each NHS trust. This article will reflect on whether SACPs should obtain consent for surgical procedures.

Keywords: Advanced clinical practitioner; Consent; Ethics; Surgery.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Informed Consent*
  • Risk Management*