Doctor Informed Consent Discussion Guide
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Create an informed consent discussion guide for [procedure/treatment].

Procedure details:
- Procedure: [name]
- Indication: [why recommended]
- Setting: [office/hospital/outpatient]
- Anesthesia: [local/sedation/general/none]
- Duration: [estimated time]

INFORMED CONSENT GUIDE

IMPORTANT: Informed consent must be obtained by the treating physician. This is a discussion framework only.

1. PROCEDURE EXPLANATION
   In plain language explain:
   - What the procedure involves
   - Step-by-step in simple terms
   - What patient will experience
   - Who will be involved
   - Where it will happen
   - How long it takes

2. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION
   - Why this is recommended for this patient
   - What happens if not done
   - Urgency: [elective/semi-urgent/urgent]
   - Expected benefit: [specific]

3. RISKS AND COMPLICATIONS
   Common risks (greater than 1%):
   - [Risk 1]: [% occurrence] — [what it means]
   - [Risk 2]: [% occurrence] — [what it means]

   Uncommon but serious risks:
   - [Risk]: [what it means] — [how handled]

   Rare risks:
   - [Risk]: [% occurrence]

4. ALTERNATIVES
   - Alternative 1: [option] — Pros/Cons: []
   - Alternative 2: [option] — Pros/Cons: []
   - No treatment option: [consequences]

5. QUESTIONS TO ASK PATIENT
   - Do you understand what I have explained?
   - Do you have any questions about the procedure?
   - Do you understand the risks I have described?
   - Do you have questions about the alternatives?
   - Do you wish to proceed?

6. DOCUMENTATION
   - Consent form signed
   - Discussion documented in chart
   - Questions asked and answered documented
   - Patient expressed understanding

Note: Informed consent requirements vary by state and institution

Source: https://promptzyo.com/prompt/doctor-informed-consent-discussion-guide