SB 1017
informed consent; signatures
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Bill overview
Senate Bill 1017 updates Arizona law regarding informed consent for surgical procedures. It requires that surgical consent forms include signatures from the physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant performing the procedure, the patient, or their designated surrogate decision-maker, and a witness. The bill also addresses situations where a patient or surrogate is unable to physically sign the consent form, requiring a witness to verify their intent to consent.
Key provisions
- Requires signatures from the performing physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant.
- Requires signatures from the patient or their surrogate decision-maker.
- Requires a witness signature on the informed consent form.
- Addresses situations where the patient or surrogate cannot physically sign.
- Defines ‘surgical procedure’ to include excisions, repairs, and treatments for diseases or injuries.
Who is affected
- Physicians
- Nurse Practitioners
- Physician Assistants
- Patients undergoing surgical procedures
- Surrogate Decision-Makers
Notable changes
- Specifies signature requirements for informed consent forms for surgical procedures.
- Clarifies the role of a witness in verifying patient consent.
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