Perception of resident physicians about the informed consent form

Abstract

The right to information about medical procedures is the basis of a good physician-patient relationship
and, together with bioethical principles, ensures respect for patient autonomy. From this perspective,
this descriptive research with a qualitative approach sought to understand the perception of resident
physicians about the informed consent form. Data were collected using remote semi-structured
individual interviews. Complying with the methodological criteria, the information obtained was
classified into three categories: 1) perception, knowledge, and construction of the informed consent
form for medical procedures; 2) social and legal function of the informed consent form; and 3) relevance
of the patient’s capacity, temporality, and provision of the form to the patient. The importance of
bioethics, legislation, and the preparation of medical consent in a practical and theoretical environment
was highlighted to consolidate an adequate physician-patient relationship.