We have the perfect right to:

Be treated as the unique individuals we are. Expect to be treated with respect and courtesy at all times. Express our feelings during treatment. Ask questions as often as we need to. Inform ourselves via  the Internet, books etc. Ask for tests, scans etc. Ask for explanation in plain english of scan/biopsy reports.  Ask for copies of blood tests, biopsies, scans etc. See our medical records. Ask for sedation for difficult procedures. Refuse treatment. Seek a second opinion. Receive Complementary Treatment.