What is the definition of patient autonomy?

A. The right to refuse care: Autonomy includes the right to refuse care, but it encompasses more than just refusal—it includes active decision-making. B. The right to self-determination and making decisions about their own healthcare: Autonomy means that clients have the right to make informed decisions about their own care, including choosing, refusing, or modifying treatments. C. The right to receive care without any input or involvement in decision-making: This contradicts autonomy, as autonomous clients must be actively involved in their healthcare choices. D. The right to make decisions on behalf of the healthcare provider: Clients do not make decisions for healthcare providers, but rather for themselves.