It is defined as a process in which the healthcare professional provides appropriate and accurate information to the patient, enabling him to ask all relevant questions and make a streamlined decision and deliberate. Crucial factors in obtaining valid consent are that the patient is considered competent and able to understand and retain information before communicating their decision21. In the majority of cases, consent to follow or refuse treatment should rest with the patient alone, without coercion from their family, friends or caregivers21. The patient must be fully informed with accurate and concise information, including appropriate alternatives and the consequences of refusing treatment, and must be given the necessary time to think about it and ask relevant questions or request additional information21. If after everything has been fully followed by protocol and the competent patient refuses treatment, it is important as a healthcare professional to respect their decision even if it does not agree with your personal opinion.