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An approach to obtaining informed consent from patients with cancer

This article describes a workshop held to address a perceived gap in nurses’ knowledge about obtaining informed consent from participants in clinical trials. It summarises the legal requirements needed for informed consent to be gained and outlines the content of the workshop.

Anne Croudass
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