Informed Consent in Workers’ Compensation Medical Care
Introduction A fundamental axiom of workers’ compensation medical care is; “Better outcomes result when patients are actively engaged in their recovery.” Informed consent and consensus-driven care ensure that individuals understand their medical treatments, including the risks, benefits, and alternatives, empowering patients to make informed decisions. This paper explores the concept of informed consent, its application in pharmacy versus other medical care, consensus-driven medical treatment, special considerations for diverse populations, barriers…