Higher-risk Pregnancy, Labour and Childbirth
   
What Are My Rights as a Patient?
 

  • You have the right to know the name and position of anyone who is involved in your care. They must tell you this and ask your permission before they proceed.
  • You have the right to be informed of any proposed treatment.
  • You have the right to ask questions and the right to a satisfactory answer.
  • You have the right to choice regarding any proposed treatment, with the advantages and disadvantages clearly stated.
  • You have the right to take the time for consideration of the physical and physiological implications of each choice.
  • You have the right to be informed regarding any potential risks stemming from specific decisions.
  • You have the right to have this information presented in a clear, sensitive, non-threatening manner.
  • You have the right to emotional support, regardless of any decision you make.
  • You have the right to be responsible for your own healthcare.
 
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