In medical ethics, informed consent is the process where a provider explains a treatment's risks, benefits, and alternatives, allowing a patient to make an autonomous, educated decision. It empowers patients by respecting their rights, protects healthcare providers legally, and fosters trust. Both parties benefit from this shared decision-making.
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