Patient education materials should include risks, benefits, and alternatives.

• A. False
• B. True
• C. Only benefits
• D. Only legal disclaimers

Answer: (B)

Presenting risks, benefits, and alternatives in patient education materials supports informed decision making and patient autonomy. When patients understand what could happen (benefits), what could go wrong (risks), and other viable options (alternatives), they can choose what aligns with their values and tolerance for harm. This balanced approach helps prevent bias that comes from highlighting only positives and strengthens consent by showing a full picture. Alternatives should include options such as doing nothing or trying a different approach. Relying only on benefits or relying solely on legal disclaimers leaves patients uninformed and can undermine decision quality and trust.