Chapter 2 - The Person's Rights

Question 1

Involuntary seclusion

Answer 1

Separating a person from others against his or her will, keeping the person to a certain area, or keeping the person away from his or her own room without consent.

Question 2

Ombudsman

Answer 2

Someone who supports or provides the needs and interests of another person. Can be state appointed

Question 3

Representative

Answer 3

A person who has the legal right to act on the patients for residents be happy when he or she cannot do so for himself or herself

Question 4

Treatment

Answer 4

The care provided to maintain or restore health, improve function, or relieve symptoms.

Question 5

Omnibus budget reconciliation act of 1987 OBRA

Answer 5

Applies to all 50 states. Is a federal law. Help provide care in a manner and in a setting that maintains or improve each person’s quality of life health and safety.

Question 6

The Patient Care Partnership:

Understanding Expectations, Rights, and Responsibilities.

Answer 6

The document explains the person’s rights and expectations during hospital stays. The relationship between Dr. , health team, and patient is stressed.