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In order to properly evaluate a patient's state of mind and gain informed consent prior to surgery, the operating physician must ensure that he or she is fully aware of the pros and cons of undergoing a surgical procedure by spending a substantial amount of time with the patient

In order to properly evaluate a patient's state of mind and gain informed consent prior to surgery, the operating physician must spend a substantial amount of time with the patient, thus ensuring that the patient is fully aware of the pros and cons of undergoing a surgical procedure