Therapy freedom
Therapy Freedom
Therapy Freedom (pronunciation: /ˈθɛrəpi ˈfriːdəm/) is a concept in the field of medicine and healthcare that refers to the autonomy and right of a patient to choose their preferred method of treatment or therapy.
Etymology
The term "Therapy Freedom" is a combination of two words. "Therapy" originates from the Greek word "therapeia" meaning healing, while "Freedom" comes from the Old English "freodom" which signifies the state of being free or at liberty.
Definition
Therapy Freedom is the principle that patients have the right to make informed decisions about their medical treatment, including the right to refuse treatment. This concept is closely related to the principles of patient autonomy and informed consent.
Related Terms
- Patient Autonomy: The right of patients to make decisions about their medical care without their healthcare provider trying to influence the decision.
- Informed Consent: A process for getting permission before conducting a healthcare intervention on a person.
- Medical Ethics: A system of moral principles that apply values and judgments to the practice of medicine.
- Healthcare Rights: The rights of patients within the healthcare system, including the right to privacy, information, and the right to refuse treatment.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Therapy freedom
- Wikipedia's article - Therapy freedom
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