Your child, or you as your child s guardian, have the right to participate in the planning of your child s health care. This includes the opportunity to discuss treatment and alternatives with caregivers and the right to request and participate in formal care conferences. Continuity of care. The staff assignment for your child s care must be reasonably regular. Right to refuse care.
Patients have the right to refuse treatment.
Providers must obtain your written consent for your child to participate in experimental research. You have the right to refuse consent. Freedom from maltreatment. Your child shall be free from abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation. The hospital may not use non-therapeutic chemical and physical restraints, except in certain limited circumstances.