You suspect a patient did not fully understand the risks before signing consent. What would you do?

You suspect a patient did not fully understand the risks before signing consent. What would you do?

• A. Seek clarification, involve supervisor, re-explain risks, obtain fresh consent if necessary, and document.
• B. Simply assume the patient understood and proceed with the signed consent.
• C. Tell the patient that risk information is optional and not necessary to discuss.
• D. Immediately escalate to legal counsel and withdraw from the case.

Answer: (A)