Who is responsible for providing the intervention as part of informed consent?

The responsibility for providing the intervention as part of informed consent lies with the dietitian providing the service. Informed consent is a process that ensures a patient is fully aware of what the intervention entails, including its risks, benefits, and alternatives, and that they agree to proceed based on this understanding. This process requires clear communication and a thorough explanation from the dietitian, who possesses the specific knowledge and expertise related to the dietary interventions being recommended.

While other individuals in the healthcare setting, such as physicians or clinic administrators, play supportive roles in the patient care process, it is ultimately the dietitian who must present and clarify the relevant information about the dietary intervention. This specificity is crucial, as it directly impacts the patient’s decision-making regarding their care. Additionally, healthcare professionals involved in the patient’s treatment may assist or facilitate the process but do not assume the responsibility for the consent related specifically to the dietitian's intervention.