Informed Consent Requirements

During a pre-operative assessment, the nurse explains the procedure, risks, and alternatives to a patient who requires surgery. To ensure comprehensive understanding and voluntary participation, the nurse must obtain informed consent from the patient. Consent can be revoked at any time. However, in cases of emergencies where the patient cannot provide consent, it is expected that the healthcare team acts in the best interest of the patient. Fill in the blank regarding the criteria necessary for informed consent: Informed consent requires that the patient has the capacity to make decisions, is provided with adequate information, and provides consent that is _________.