What constitutes informed consent? What constitute disclosure of information? What I’ve gather from informed consent is the one consenting is autonomous. Autonomy plays a huge role when it comes to consenting because one would have to be a competent, understanding, voluntary, consents, and information. Those who do not fit the competent status are those in a vegetative state, elders, and those who cannot physically make a decision. Voluntary is extremely important when it comes to consent. Being voluntary means to do at will. Because the patient or client autonomous, they can choose whether or not to comply or disclose information. Being able to understand the situation is extremely important because it makes sure the person receives the whole
