A patient bill of rights ensures the client is informed of all aspects of care and can

• A. Refuse, change or accept care
• B. Refuse care only
• C. Accept care only
• D. Change care only

Answer: (A)

The central idea here is patient autonomy in decision-making. The patient bill of rights ensures individuals are informed about all aspects of their care and are allowed to participate in decisions about what will happen to them. That means patients should be able to refuse treatment, request changes to the plan, or accept the proposed care—whichever aligns with their values, preferences, and concerns. This collaborative approach requires that providers present options, explain risks and benefits, and respect the patient’s choices. Limiting the patient to only refusing, or only accepting, or only changing care would not honor the full range of choices a patient has to shape their own care.