45. You are attempting to obtain a patient’s informed consent for a procedure. The patient appears confused and disoriented. What is your ethical responsibility?
A.
Obtain consent from the patient anyway
B.
Obtain consent from the patient's family members only
C.
Ensure the patient has the capacity to understand and make a decision, or seek alternative consent from a legal guardian/proxy
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D.
Proceed with the procedure without consent
📖 Additional Information
Obtain consent from the patient anyway
Obtain consent from the patient's family members only
Ensure the patient has the capacity to understand and make a decision, or seek alternative consent from a legal guardian/proxy
