REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

NATIONAL CENTER FOR MENTAL HEALTH

Rights of Patients


1. Accurate Diagnosis
2. Confidentiality
3. Quality Care and Holistic Treatment
4. Appropriate Care According to His Cultural Background and Religious Belief
5. Dignity
6. Self Determination
7. Information
8. Freedom of Choice, if Patient is competent
9. Health Education
10. Refuse to Participate in Research and The Teaching of Medicine
11. Protection Against Labor Exploitation
12. Leave The Facility In Coordination With His Attending Psychiatrist