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Basic values in health and social care - Client’s rights in interpersonal situations  

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Basic values in health and social care Client's rights in interpersonal situations It is essential that health care workers should be clear about the values, which underpin health and social care work. These values are the basic beliefs about clients', rights, which shape attitudes and influence our methods of care. Such values are reflected nationally in The Patients' Charter. This is a standard against which the care received by all users of the National Health Service can be measured. The main points of The Patients' Charter are listed below. Read through them and then complete the activity, which follows. 1 To receive health care on the basis of clinical need, regardless of the ability to pay. 2 The right for respect of privacy, dignity and religious beliefs. 3 To have access to health records and for them to be treated confidentially. 4 Information to be given to relatives and friends about the progress of treatment, subject to...

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