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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(1) Each and every patient hospitalized under this chapter shall have the following rights:
(a) The right to be adequately informed as to their individual treatment program;
(b) The right to assist in the planning of their treatment program;
(c) The right to refuse treatment subject to the provisions of KRS 202A.196;
(d) The right to maintain, keep, and use personal possessions and money;
(e) The right to receive visitors;
(f) The right to receive payment for work performed on behalf of the hospital;
(g) The right to refuse intrusive treatment subject to the provisions of KRS 202A.196;
(h) The right to be free from unreasonable use of seclusion and restraint;
(i) The right to seek relief from participating in their treatment plan.
(2) The secretary shall adopt rules and regulations for the proper administration and enforcement of this chapter. Such regulations shall be filed with the Legislative Research Commission as provided in KRS Chapter 13A.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Kentucky Revised Statutes Title XVII. Economic Security and Public Welfare § 202A.191.Rights of hospitalized patients - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ky/title-xvii-economic-security-and-public-welfare/ky-rev-st-sect-202a-191/
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