The Hanover and District Hospital is committed to promoting health care which addresses the needs of each person and to provide compassionate and quality care to those we serve. We believe that patients should participate in their treatment and be given the opportunity to make decisions regarding their health. We also believe that patients have certain responsibilities, including:

1. To be considerate and respectful of Health Care providers.

2. To provide accurate information to appropriate personnel, and to report any unexpected changes in your condition.

3. To be considerate of other patients by respecting their privacy.

4. To observe the hospital’s regulations, including isolation policy, health and safety regulations, smoking restriction and visiting hours.

5. To keep appointments, or to contact the hospital, when this is not possible.

6. To follow the treatment plan as discussed and mutually agreed by you and your physician, including cooperating with other health care providers implementing physician orders.

7. To make appropriate and timely arrangements for leaving the hospital, upon discharge by your physician.

8. To assure that any personal financial obligations for your health care are fulfilled as promptly as possible.