Patient Rights:
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Equal access to medical care by efficient specialist team.
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Confidentiality of his medical and social information.
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Prompt and reasonable response to his queries and needs.
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Respect his dignity and privacy.
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Access full information about his doctor and the medical staff attending to his case.
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Access adequate information about his health in language he can understand.
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Know the duration of his treatment, medical alternatives available, the risks involved and his prognosis.
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To refuse treatment after becoming aware of possible risks and consequences, and then sign informed consent.
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To request for a change of physician as per hospital policy.
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To change or transfer to another hospital as per hospital policy.
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Obtain information on the cost of his treatment.
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To know hospital rules & regulations, and it is patent right to complain if necessary.
Patients and companions responsibilities:
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Be thoughtful of other patients and visitors
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Be respectful of those who are caring for them
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Provide complete information about illness and medical history
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Listen to explanation
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Ask question when they do not understand ,and participate in deciding about the treatment
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Attend appointment at the scheduled time
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Inform us if any comments in care provided to allow us to improve the quality of our services.
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Answer questions about current satisfactory case.
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Follow and respect the instructions and policies for the hospital.
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Accept the consequences and possible risks.
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Show respect and due consideration towards the hospital possessions.
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Responding to financial obligations toward the hospital.