As a Person with Pain, You Have:
* The right to have your report of pain taken seriously; and to be treated with dignity and respect by doctors, nurses, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals.
* The right to have your pain thoroughly assessed and promptly treated.
* The right to be informed by your doctor about what may be causing your pain, possible treatments, and the benefits, risks and costs of each.
* The right to participate actively in decisions about how to manage your pain.
* The right to have your pain reassessed regularly and your treatment adjusted if your pain has not been eased.
* The right to be referred to a pain specialist, if your pain persists.
* The right to get clear and prompt answers to your questions, take time to make decisions, and refuse a particular type of treatment, if you choose.
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Although not always required by law, these are the rights you should expect; and if necessary, demand for your pain care. http://www.stopprpa.org/page_paguide.asp?#1