therapeutic consent models

Therapeutic consent models guide how healthcare providers obtain permission from patients for treatment. They include models like: 1. **Paternalistic** – The doctor decides what’s best, and the patient follows. 2. **Informed** – The provider shares all relevant information, and the patient agrees freely. 3. **Shared Decision-Making** – The provider and patient collaborate, discussing options to choose the best course together. 4. **Autonomous** – The patient independently makes decisions after understanding their options. These models respect patient rights and promote ethical, effective care by ensuring appropriate communication and agreement.