Patient Responsibilities

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1. Providing the health care provider, to the best of his or her knowledge, accurate and complete information about present complaints, past illnesses, hospitalizations, medications, and other matters relating to his or her health.

2. Reporting unexpected changes in his or her condition to the health care provider. 

3. Reporting to the health care provider whether he or she understands a planned course of   action and what is expected of him or her.

4. Following the treatment plan recommended by the health care provider. 

5. Keeping appointments and, when he or she is unable to do so for any reason, for   notifying the health care provider or health care facility. 

6. His or her actions if he or she refuses treatment or does not follow the health care   provider's instructions.

7. Assuring that the financial obligations of his or her health care are fulfilled as   promptly as possible. 

8. Following health care facility rules and regulations affecting patient care and conduct.