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Amended Patient Rights Act: informed consent
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Informed consent is a cornerstone of modern healthcare. The rules surrounding consent are not only an obligation but also a practical guideline for providing care in an ethical, safe, and high-quality manner. This e-learning supports you in correctly applying informed consent, with explanations of what this means according to the Patient Rights Act (2024) and examples. The principles addressed touch on the core of the relationship between healthcare provider and patient. Your active involvement is essential to bring these rights to life in daily practice.
What will you learn?
Framework and definition of informed consent in the WPR 2024
Differences between the situation before and after 2024
Who may decide and what exceptions apply
Form of consent: verbal, written, implied
Scope of the duty to inform: health, financial, and risks
Liability and burden of proof in case of violation of the WPR
Content
1. Informed consent and the new regulations (WPR 2024)12 min
2. The principle of consent and shared decision-making9 min
3. The form of consent8 min
4. The right of refusal in the WPR10 min
5. The duty to inform: health and finances8 min
6. Information on risks and other information obligations10 min
7. Information entitled party, information obligated party, and form6 min
8. Disciplinary and criminal liability6 min
9. Civil liability and burden of proof15 min
10. Conclusion6 min