Patients Have a Right to Receive a Copy of Their

question 8

Multiple Choice

Patients have a right to receive a copy of their ___________.

• A) rights upon admission to the hospital
• B) rights and responsibilities upon admission to the hospital
• C) responsibilities upon admission to the hospital
• D) rights and but not responsibilities when discharged to the next level of care

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Definitions:

Informal Agency Action

Actions taken by a government agency that do not follow formal rulemaking procedures, often including guidance documents, letters, and advisories.

Formal Rulemaking

A procedure for creating new regulations which involves public notice, opportunities for public comment, and a published draft of the rules.

Informal Policy

Guidelines or practices that are not officially documented but are understood and followed by members of an organization.

Executive Agencies

Agencies of the government responsible for the enforcement and administration of federal laws, usually under the direct control of the President or executive branch.