A Review on Some Aspects of Patient’ Rights in Clinical Education

Abstract

Clinical education will be possible with involving patients. Many patients who seek medical and diagnostic care can be involved in clinical training. Therefore, teachers and students need to know the legal aspects of patient involvement and adhere to these aspects in order to attract patients’ participation and satisfaction. This study reviewed the importance and necessity of legal aspects, including patient consent, confidentiality and privacy during clinical education. This article described how to take patient consent for participating in training as well as several measures to maintain patient privacy. Giving informed choices without a threat to the patient is emphasized. Finally, it is suggested to prepare leaflets about how to obtain patient consent and maintain confidentiality to inform teachers and students in this regard