R432-550-13. Patients' Rights

  (1) Written patients' rights shall be established and made available to the patient as determined by facility policy which shall include the following:

  (a) to be fully informed, prior to or at the time of admission, and during stay, of these rights and of facility rules that pertain to the patient;

  (b) to be fully informed, prior to admission, of the treatment to be received, potential complications and expected outcomes;

  (c) to refuse treatment to the extent permitted by law and to be informed of the medical consequences of such refusal;

  (d) to be informed, prior to or at the time of admission and during stay, of services available in the facility and of any expected charges for which the patient may be liable;

  (e) to be afforded the opportunity to participate in decisions involving personal health care, except when contraindicated;

  (f) to refuse to participate in experimental research;

  (g) to be ensured confidential treatment of personal and medical records and to approve or refuse release to any individual outside the facility, except in the case of transfer to another health facility, or as required by law or third party payment contract;

  (h) to be treated with consideration, respect and full recognition of personal dignity and individuality, including privacy in treatment and in care for personal needs.