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Patients’ Rights
KFSHD staff is committed to providing you with
excellent medical and nursing care. We believe that outstanding patient care
begins with the establishment of a partnership between the patient (and his or
her family) and the staff at KFSHD. The following provides you with a list of
your rights as a patient.
KFSHD patients can expect:
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To
receive compassionate, culturally sensitive and respectful care in a clean,
safe and friendly environment.
- To be
cared for by qualified competent and caring staff.
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To be
seen by their consultant within 24 hours of admission and on a regular basis
thereafter.
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To know
his physician’s name and member of medical team involved in patient’s care.
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To be
kept fully informed of their diagnosis, treatments plans possible
significant complications or side effects and required follow up treatment.
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To
receive all necessary information to allow informed consent to be given for
any proposed procedure or treatment.
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To be
able to comment on and discuss the care and services they are receiving.
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To be
informed of the effect on the health of the patient if the patient refuses
treatment.
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To be
assured of privacy and confidentiality with regard to medical and social
information.
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To be
provided with adequate translation services as needed.
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To be
able to refuse to take part in any proposed research, or to withdraw from a
research program at any stage. Such refusal or withdrawal will have no
effect on delivery of care to the patient.
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To be
discharged as recommended by their consultant with appropriate medication,
follow up appointment and required instruction/education for care at home.
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To be
provided with a copy of their discharge summary orders to facilitate
follow-up by their physician or at a local hospital if needed.
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To be
provided, if requested, with a statement documenting their hospitalization.
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The patient has the right to have their pain assessed and adequately managed.
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The patient has the right to be informed about unanticipated outcomes and outcomes of treatment during the course of their stay.
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