Review:
Patient Rights
overall review score: 4.5
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score is between 0 and 5
Patient rights refer to the legal and ethical principles that ensure all individuals have the right to receive appropriate healthcare services and make informed decisions about their medical treatment.
Key Features
- Informed consent
- Confidentiality
- Access to medical records
- Right to refuse treatment
- Right to quality care
Pros
- Promotes autonomy and self-determination for patients
- Protects patient privacy and confidentiality
- Ensures patients have access to necessary information and resources
Cons
- Challenges in balancing patient autonomy with physician expertise
- Potential for conflicts between patient rights and legal obligations