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Pain Care Bill Of Rights
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 required by law, these are the rights
you should expect, and if necessary demand, for your pain
care.
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