Informed Consent in Surgical Procedures

A 45-year-old patient is scheduled for a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. During the preoperative assessment, the nurse explains the procedure and discusses potential risks, benefits, and alternatives. After the discussion, the patient states they feel ready to proceed. The nurse ensures that the patient has signed the ___________ form before the procedure is performed.

It is essential that this document clearly indicates that the patient has been informed about their treatment and consents to the procedure voluntarily.