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Patient’s Bill of Rights
I have the right to receive a comprehensive cancer treatment plan, including:
Treatments for my cancer, including chemotherapy, targeted therapy, surgical
and/or radiation treatments, as appropriate for me.
Therapies to help keep me comfortable before, during and after my
cancer treatment.
Pain control.
Psychosocial care for myself and my loved ones.
Survivorship care planning.
I have the right to molecular testing of my tumor tissue, if appropriate for me,
to ensure I have the right care for my particular tumor.
I have the right to be informed about any clinical trials that may be appropriate
for me.
I have the right to a second opinion if I feel it would enhance my care.
I have the right to be treated with respect and dignity regardless of my
smoking history.
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Dusty Donaldson, LiveLung.org
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