Delaware Handbook: Informed Consent MUST THE PATIENT SIGN A CONSENT FORM FOR EVERY PROCEDURE? There is nothing specific in Delaware law that requires informed consent to be written. However, it is a “best practice” to obtain written consent. In general, the more invasive the treatment, the more necessary documented consent is. As a guideline, a signed consent form should be obtained when the treatment involves risks that are frequently-occurring and/or severe. For example, it is more important to obtain signed consent for a laparoscopic cholecystectomy than for a suture removal. Curi has a number of procedure-specific consent forms available for your practice. Call the Risk Management department or check our website for the latest offerings. It is important to note that “informed consent” is not simply the act of having a patient sign a form. It is a process of communication. By law, you are required to educate your patients about their treatments, even if you are not obtaining signed consent. Docum... Are you a Curi member? The full content of this resource is available only to Curi members. Contact us if you are a member but do not have an account yet, or to learn more about becoming a Curi member. Sign in to see full post News & Knowledge READ NEXT July 29, 2022February 15, 2023Forms & Templates | Informed Consent & Refusal | Policy Templates Policy: Informed Refusal Policy Read more September 11, 2020February 24, 2023Informed Consent & Refusal Florida Handbook: Informed Refusal A patient refuses to follow the treatment plan I have prescribed for him. What should I do? Under Florida law, a patient has the right to… Read more September 11, 2020February 24, 2023Informed Consent & Refusal Florida Handbook: Informed Consent Must the patient sign a consent form for every treatment or procedure? Under the Florida Medical Consent Law, informed consent is required for any medical treatment… Read more