Risk 146

Course overview

*Compare the various Responsibilities that patients owe to the doctor-patient relationship. *Describe the doctor-patient relationship as a dynamic one that relies on the active participation of patient and doctor alike, and enlists aspects of trust in order for the interaction to render optimal benefits. *Recognize how the Hippocratic Oath contributed significantly to the development of chiropractic patient rights. *Discuss the historical evolution of Patients' Rights in the United States and their application to chiropractic. *Explain the various Patients' Rights. *Present case studies to illustrate how patient rights and responsibilities can be applied in practice. *Analyze how Patient Obligations contribute to the success of the doctor-patient interaction and can favorably impact patient outcomes. *Explain how chiropractors' efforts to enhance profitability could negatively impact both public perception and the bottom line.