On The Wards: On The Pods Medical Podcast for Doctors Consent (medicolegal perspective)
Feb 19, 2019
Georgie Hasem, Head of research, education, and advocacy at AVANT, and Dr. Jane Hingham, Senior medical advisor at AVANT with expertise in palliative care, dive deep into the evolving landscape of patient consent. They discuss the shift from paternalistic models to patient-centered approaches, emphasizing the necessity of shared decision-making. The role of professional interpreters for non-English speaking patients is highlighted, alongside the importance of clear communication in surgical settings, ensuring patients fully understand their options and feel empowered to ask questions.
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Shifting Focus of Consent
- Medical legal consent concerns focus less on signed forms and more on patient understanding.
- The shift is towards shared decision-making and patient-centered care.
Coach Driver Case
- A coach driver's ruptured Achilles tendon wasn't surgically treated, resulting in a lengthened tendon.
- This highlights the need to inform patients of all treatment options and their risks.
Testing Patient Understanding
- Test patient understanding by asking open-ended questions about their situation.
- Gauge their understanding of procedures, alternatives, desired results, and fears.