• You have the right to considerate, respectful and responsive
care. You have the right to medical treatment regardless of your
age, race, sex, religion, disability, or national origin.
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You have the right to respectful consideration of your psychosocial,
spiritual and cultural values, needs and preferences. You have
the right to become involved in all aspects of your care.
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You have the right to discuss with your physician the available
information about your condition and treatment options so you
may understand the potential risks, alternatives and possible
results before making decisions about your treatment. You and
your next of kin, speaking on your behalf, have the right to call
for and participate in an appropriate discussion of ethical concerns/issues.
To arrange such a discussion, speak with the nursing personnel
caring for you or your loved one or call the Administration Office
at 961-7740.
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You have the right to refuse treatment to the extent permitted
by law and be informed of the consequences of your refusal.
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You have the right to an explanation of treatments and procedures
you are receiving including, the name of the physician who has
primary responsibility for your care and the identity and status
of professionals responsible for authorizing and performing treatments.
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You have the right to a reasonable response to your requests for
any services within the available resources of The Hand Surgery
Center based on priority of need. This includes discharge-planning
services.
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You have the right to confidentiality of information relating
to your care in either the form of discussions or written information.
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You have the right to security and personal privacy, including
access to protective services (i.e. guardianship and advocacy
services.)
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You have the right to prepare and present a Living Will and/or
appoint a surrogate to make decisions on your behalf in accordance
with Ohio law. The provisions of your care are not based on the
existence of these documents.
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You have the right to information from appropriate staff in all
matters relating to The hand Surgery Center charges, payment of
your bill, completion of insurance forms, and explanation of utilization
review procedures.
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You have the right to know the rules and regulations that apply
to your conduct and that of your family and your visitors while
your are a patient at The Hand Surgery Center.
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You have the right to reasonable resources to facilitate communications,
i.e., language interpreter, certified interpreter, and devices
to assist the hearing impaired. Your Responsibilities
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You have the responsibility to exercise your right to make informed
decisions about your health care. This includes seeking and considering
the information provided by your physician and other caregivers.
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You have the responsibility to follow treatment plans and instructions
recommended by your physician. This includes your responsibility
to ask questions when you do not understand the plan or instruction.
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You have the responsibility to report any changes in your condition
to your physician and /or nurse. o You have the responsibility
to cooperate with The Hand Surgery Center staff caring for you,
and ask questions when you don't understand instructions.
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You have the responsibility to provide - to the best of your knowledge
- accurate and complete information about all matters relating
to your health.
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You have the responsibility to consider and abide by the rules
that apply to your conduct and that of your family and visitors
while you are a patient at The Hand Surgery Center.
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You have the responsibility to follow The Hand Surgery Center
rules and regulations including respect for The Hand Surgery Center
property and that of other patients.
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You have the responsibility to inform your surrogate decision-
maker and/or those to whom you have entrusted your Living Will
and/or Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care of your wishes
with regard to your health care.
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You have the responsibility to inform The Hand Surgery Center
and your healthcare providers of the existence of any Living Will
and/or Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care you have prepared,
and to inform those providers of any concerns you have about their
consideration of these documents.
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You have the responsibility to cooperate with appropriate Hand
Surgery Center staff to provide information for processing insurance
and payment forms. o You have the responsibility to leave valuables
with your family/friends. The Hand Surgery Center does not have
a safe in which to lock valuable items.
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You have the responsibility to contact a nurse, physician, or
call Administration to receive answers to questions about your
care in The Hand Surgery Center.
