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Patient's Bill of Rights Act 1998.

P S Fisher1

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology, University of Miami, Florida, USA.

Orl-Head and Neck Nursing : Official Journal of the Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Nurses
|February 26, 2000
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Patient advocacy is a core nursing responsibility, emphasizing individual rights. New legislation enhances patient protections and quality healthcare assurance.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Practice
  • Healthcare Policy
  • Patient Rights

Background:

  • Patient advocacy is an established nursing responsibility, grounded in the principle of individual rights.
  • The healthcare landscape has evolved, with increased emphasis on patient autonomy and rights.
  • Legislation plays a crucial role in defining and protecting patient rights within the healthcare system.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the role of patient advocacy in nursing practice.
  • To explore the impact of legislative changes on patient rights.
  • To understand how policy ensures quality healthcare delivery.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on nursing ethics and patient advocacy.
  • Analysis of the Patients' Bill of Rights Act of 1998.

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  • Examination of policy frameworks for healthcare quality assurance.

    • Main Results:

    • Patient advocacy is integral to nursing, upholding individual rights.
    • The Patients' Bill of Rights Act of 1998 significantly strengthened patient protections.
    • Legislation provides a structured approach to safeguarding patient rights and healthcare quality.

    Conclusions:

    • Nursing's commitment to patient advocacy is reinforced by legal protections.
    • The Patients' Bill of Rights Act serves as a key instrument in ensuring quality healthcare.
    • Policy and legislation are essential for empowering patients and assuring high standards of care.