Medical Nutrition Therapy II
Patient autonomy refers to the right of patients to make informed decisions about their own medical care and treatment. It emphasizes the importance of respecting individual preferences, values, and beliefs in healthcare decisions, allowing patients to have control over their health outcomes. This concept is closely linked to informed consent, where patients are provided with necessary information to make choices regarding nutrition interventions and other treatments.
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