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| Patient Charter |
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| Welcome |
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| Our faculty and staff are committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research. Through the collaborative effort of the finest physicians, nurses, and technicians, we offer a broad range of clinical services to all cancer patients |
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| What Are my Rights as a Patient? |
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| As a Patient I have the right to : |
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choose my care providers. |
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expect care that is considerate and respectful. |
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care that is appropriate and professional . |
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receive information necessary to give informed consent prior to the start of any treatment or procedure. |
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be advised of any change in the plan of care, before the change is made. |
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refuse treatment within the confines of the law and to be informed of the consequences of his or her action. |
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voice grievances and suggest changes in service or staff without fear of restraint or discrimination. |
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be informed of what to do in the event of an emergency. |
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voice grievances without fear of discrimination or reprisal for having done so. |
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| What Are my Responsiblities as a Patient? |
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| With my rights come, my responsibilities , and they are : |
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Provide complete and accurate information about your health, including present condition, past illnesses, hospitalizations, medications, natural products and vitamins, and any other matters that pertain to your health. |
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Provide complete and accurate information including your full name, address, home telephone number, date of birth, and employer when it is necessary. |
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Reporting changes in your condition or symptoms, including pain, to a member of the physician team. |
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Informing your doctor or nurse when you are having pain and asking for pain relief measures when pain or discomfort first begins or is not relieved by prescribed treatment measures. |
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Following the instructions and advice of your treating doctor. If you refuse treatment or do not follow the instructions or advice, you must accept the consequences of your decisions. |
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Notifying a member of the health care team if you do not understand information about your care or treatment. |
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