Autonomy
Infringement on the right to autonomy or self-determination may also be seen in the withholding of information from patients about how much and how often they can receive pain medication while in the hospital. Patients have the right to know, consider, request, and refuse any treatments that they believe will help manage their pain. They also have the right to have all medications, side effects, and other treatments clearly explained to them in order to make the right decisions.