Informed consent is more than just a form; it is a process that actively involves the participant. It is an "ongoing exchange of information between the investigator and [participant]" per the OHRP.

Informed consent is one of the primary requirements of research involving human participants. It is important to remember that informed consent is an ongoing process, not a document or single event.

"In addition to clinical consequences, should informed consent include a discussion of the non-medical consequences?" ...

and ensuring that women can really get informed consent during birth as well." But she says Australia should follow the United Kingdom's lead, and acknowledge the economic burden of birth trauma ...