Clients need to be told of the possible risks before commencing treatment.This is an example of:
A)peer review.
B)malpractice.
C)privileged communication.
D)informed consent.

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Informed consent is the process by which a healthcare provider informs a patient about the possible benefits, risks, and alternatives of a specific treatment or procedure, and the patient provides their voluntary agreement to undergo the treatment or procedure based on this information. Informed consent is a legal and ethical requirement in healthcare, and failure to obtain informed consent can lead to legal liability for malpractice.

Clients Need to Be Told of the Possible Risks Before