Rights & Responsibilities


n Expect all communications and records related to care to be treated as private.


n Receive written notice that explains how your personal health information will be used and shared with other healthcare professionals involved in your care.


n Review, request copies and amend your medical record unless restricted for medical or legal reasons.


n Create advance directives. n Ask about and discuss the ethics of


your care, including resolving any conflicts that might arise such as forgoing or withdrawal of treatment.


n Receive instructions on follow-up care and participate in decisions about your plan of care aſter you are out of the hospital.


n Receive a prompt and safe transfer to the care of others when this hospital is not able to meet your request or need for care or service. You have the right to know why a transfer to another healthcare facility might be required. Te hospital cannot transfer you to another hospital unless that hospital has agreed to accept you.


n Request a detailed explanation of your hospital charges and receive counseling on ways to help pay for the hospital charges.


n Request information about business or financial arrangements that may impact your care.


It Is Your Responsibility To n Provide accurate and complete


information about current healthcare problems, and complete medical history.


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n Report any condition that puts you at risk (for example, allergies or hearing problems).


n Report unexpected changes in your condition to the healthcare professionals taking care of you.


n Provide a copy of your Advance Directive, Living Will, Durable Power of Attorney, and any organ/tissue donation permissions to the healthcare professionals taking care of you.


n Tell us who, if any, visitors you want during your stay.


n Recognize and respect the rights of other patients, families, and staff including treating hospital property with respect.


n Follow hospital rules and regulations affecting patient care and conduct.


n Refrain from conducting any illegal activity on hospital property.


n Promote your own safety by following instructions, including your plan of care and becoming an active, involved, and informed member of your healthcare team.


n Ask questions if you are concerned about your health or safety.


n Make sure your doctor knows the site/ side of the body that will be operated on before a procedure.


n Remind staff to check your identification before medications are given, blood/blood products are administered, blood samples are taken, or before any procedure.


n Remind caregivers to wash their hands before taking care of you.


n Be informed about which medications you are taking and why you are taking them.


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