Which term refers to rights ensuring patient dignity and autonomy?

• A. Healthcare delivery systems
• B. HIPAA
• C. Employability skills
• D. Patient's Bill of Rights

Answer: (D)

Patient rights protect a person’s dignity and ability to participate in decisions about their care. The term that refers to these rights is the Patient’s Bill of Rights, which outlines expectations such as receiving clear information, giving informed consent, privacy and confidentiality, the option to accept or refuse treatment, and respectful, nondiscriminatory care. These rights empower patients to be active partners in their health care. HIPAA, on the other hand, focuses specifically on protecting the privacy and security of health information, not the broader set of rights related to dignity and decision-making. The remaining options describe things unrelated to patient rights or the care relationship.