discussion 5 - Health Care Law and Legislation

Dear Students, Right to Know One’s Rights

*Right to Explanation of Rights

*Right to Ask Questions

*clarification of caregiver’s instructions: interpretation of caregivers’ handwriting, instructions for medication usage, e.g., frequency, Dosing, Side Effects.

Questions:

1. Discuss the importance of understanding patient rights.
2. Describe the importance of understanding patient responsibilities.
3. Explain the Advisory Commission on Consumer Protection and Quality in the Health Care Industry’s listing of patient responsibilities.