Informed consent involves:
A) carefully explaining the potential ramifications of refusing emergency medical treatment.
B) ensuring that a patient understands the potential risks involved in performing a particular procedure.
C) a patient verbally expressing his or her wishes for you to proceed with emergency medical treatment.
D) explaining the rationale for an invasive procedure to a patient after you have already performed it.
Answer: B) ensuring that a patient understands the potential risks involved in performing a particular procedure.
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