Document Type
Article
Publication Date
5-1975
ISSN
0039-274X
Publisher
American Bar Association
Language
en-US
Abstract
Civil libertarians have little difficulty appreciating the plight of prisoners or mental patients. But tell the average civil libertarian that there are significant and unnecessary restrictions on the individual rights and liberties of patients in general hospitals, and you are likely to encounter a blank stare. There are a number of reasons for this lack of attention to hospitals. One is the general misconception that the problems are minor, or that certain temporary restrictions on individuals are essential if hospitals are to treat sick people properly. An unconscious desire not to perceive ourselves as being at risk may be another reason.
Recommended Citation
George J. Annas,
When You Enter the Hospital Check Your Rights at the Door
,
in
3
Student Lawyer
10
(1975).
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