Discuss the elements of informed consent and provide a clinical example about what can happen

Prompt #1

Discuss the elements of informed consent and provide a clinical example about what can happen when some elements are not adhered to.

Prompt #2

Describe an organizational environment that would facilitate the ethical practice of nurses caring for chronically ill patients. As you read about patient rights, describe one patient right that is often not fully implemented in the patient care environment. Identify specific strategies to help ensure that this right is supported within the patient care environment. Explain how the registered nurse can assist in protecting patient rights.