CLIENT'S RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As a client you have the right :		As a client you have the responsibility:
To be treated with respect and dignity. To be informed regarding your diagnosis, treatment and prognosis in terms that you are able to understand and to be involved in decisions related to your care.  You also have the right to refuse treatment. To be care for in a safe environment. To rerceive quality care in a timely fashion, in keeping with the organization's resources. To expect that all information relating to your care will be treated as confidential. To report to the appropriate authority any situation in which you feel that your rights have been violated and to be informed of the follow-up.		To provide relevant information regarding any special communication requirements. To provide your past medical history (diseases, hospitalizations, previous prescribed medications, etc.). To indicate the existence of a living will, if applicable. to ask any questions that you feel are necessary in order to give an informed consent. To communicate any refusal of treatment and to understand the potential consequences of refusing treatment. To respect other clients, caregivers, facilities, as well as the regulations and policies of the Restigouche Health Authority, and ensure that your visitors do the same. To provide feedback regarding care and services received to the individual who cares for you or the individual responsible for the service.  You may also answer a satisfaction survey which should be made available to you. To cooperate with and participate in any treatment plan to improve your condition and to use services provided appropriately. To ensure that the information and instructions provided to you upon discharge are understood and followed.