Obtaining freely given consent involves several key steps:
1. Disclosure: The healthcare provider must provide comprehensive information about the proposed treatment, including its purpose, potential risks, benefits, and alternatives. 2. Understanding: The parent or guardian must fully understand the information provided. This often requires the provider to use clear, non-technical language and to check for comprehension. 3. Voluntariness: The consent must be given voluntarily, without any form of pressure or coercion. This means that the parent or guardian should feel free to ask questions, seek second opinions, and take time to make their decision.
