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 Pain Care Bill Of Rights- C May 05, 2005 6:58 AM

Pain Care Bill of Rights b April 09, 2005 3:33 AM Source: American Pain Foundation, www.painfoundation.org As a Person with Pain, You Have: *The right to have your report of pain taken seriously and to be treated with dignity and respect by doctors, nurses, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals. *The right to have your pain thoroughly assessed and promptly treated. *The right to be informed by your doctor about what may be causing your pain, possible treatments, and the benefits, risks and costs of each. *The right to participate actively in decisions about how to manage your pain. *The right to have your pain reassessed regularly and your treatment adjusted if your pain has not been eased. *The right to be referred to a pain specialist if your pain persists. *The right to get clear and prompt answers to your questions, take time to make decisions, and refuse a particular type of treatment if you choose. Although not always rquired by law, these are the rights you should expect, and if necessary demand, for your pain care.  [ send green star]
 
 October 19, 2009 7:53 AM

This Bill of Rights is posted in most hospitals and clinics as Pain is becoming accepted as an illness in itself.

If it is not in your local hospital or clinic, then print a copy for them. Your Illness is REAL and they should be treated as such.

Charlena

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