A Comparative Analysis of Knowledge about Consent in Medical Practice - among II MBBS Students in a Medical college in North Tamilnadu - India - A Questionnaire based Study.

Dr. Devasahayam Gitanjali

Volume : VIII, Issue : VI, June - 2019

A Comparative Analysis of Knowledge about Consent in Medical Practice - among II MBBS Students in a Medical college in North Tamilnadu - India - A Questionnaire based Study.

Dr. Devasahayam Gitanjali

Abstract :

Knowledge about informed consent is fundamental in day to day practice of medicine.1,2 Litigations which were once common in developed countries have come to stay in India. In medical practice, consent becomes valid when it involves voluntariness, capacity and knowledge.3,4 If the doctor fails to provide all the information regarding the disease and treatment, the doctor may be charged for negligence. This study was carried out among II MBBS students at the Department of Forensic Medicine, Government Villupuram Medical College, North Tamilnadu. It was undertaken to assess the depth of knowledge of Students about Consent in Medical Practice and to compare the knowledge before and after classroom learning sessions. Improving the informed consent process is a constant concern of teachers so that budding doctors practice without legal problems.5 Students� scores improved since they understood the basic concepts better during interactive lectures and small group discussions.