Patient's Rights and Responsibilities

A Patient Has a Right To:

• be treated with respect and dignity and to be provided with courteous, considerate care
• privacy
• be informed about the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of the health problem in terms that can be understood
• know the effectiveness of treatment, possible side effects, and any alternative methods of treatment
• receive confidential treatment of their disclosures and medical records and, except when required by law, is afforded the opportunity to approve or refuse their release
• know who is responsible for providing treatment
• have access to a second medical opinion before making any decision
• decide not to be treated, but must be informed of the medical consequences of refusal
• participate in decisions involving the health problem
• be informed of the personal responsibilities involved in seeking medical treatment and maintaining health and well-being thereafter

A Patient Has The Responsibility To:

• inform the clinician of any change in their health status that could affect their treatment
• adhere to a prescribed treatment plan and to discuss any desired change
• ask questions and seek clarification regarding areas of concern
• weigh the consequences of refusing to comply with instructions and recommendations
• assist the clinicians in compiling a complete record by authorizing the Student Health Center to obtain necessary medical information from appropriate sources
• act in a considerate and cooperative manner with the Student Health Center staff