152 15, - The patient has the right to make decisions regarding his pl: Nursing Ethes for Sadons gs. C. Patient’s Bill-of-Rights The patient has the right to considerate and respectful care The patient has the tight to obtain, from his certified provide, complete current information regarding his diagnosis, treatment’ and prognosis in terms the patient can reasonably be expected ig understand. When it is not advisable to give such information to the patient, the information should be made available to an appropriate person on the patient's behalf. The patient has the right to receive from his certified provider information to make informed consent prior to the start of procedure and/or treatment. This shall include such information as: the medically significant risks involved with any procedure and probable duration of ineapacitation. Where medically appropriate, alternatives for care or treatment should be explained to the patient The patient has the right to refuse any and all treatment to the extent permitted by law, and to be informed of any of the medical consequences of his action. ‘The patient has the right to every consideration of privacy concerning his own medical care program limited only by state statutes, rules, regulations, or imminent danger to the individual or others. The patient has the right to be advised if the clinician, hospital, clinic, etc. proposes to engage in or perform human experimentation affecting his care or treatment. The patient has the right to refuse to participate in such research project. ‘The patient has the privilege to examine and receive an explanation of his bill The patient has the right to have advance directive (such as a living will concerning testment or designating 2 surogate decision- . ‘The patient has the right to every consideration of his privacy such es in case discussion, consultation and treatment . The patient has the right to confidentiality of communications and records. ‘The patient has the right to review his records concerning his medical care and have these explained to him except when restricted by lav . The patient has the right to be informed of business relationship among the hospital, educational institution, health care providers that may influence the patient's treatment and care. PS The patient has the right to reasonable continuity of care whe at appropriate and be informed of other care options when hosp! care is no longer appropriate. asian cone! 3d service in case of refusal, he is entitled to other appropriate care an or be transferred to another hospital. The patient has the right to be informed of hospital Practices that relate to patient care. policies and