Answer:
The rights of nursing home residents include certain protections under the law. All new residents must be given a list or rights.
Included is the right to respect meaning residents are to be treated with dignity and respect. The homes must inform residents in writing about services and fees before they enter the nursing home. They must also honor the right for residents to manage their own money or to let a third part manage the resident's money.
The home must also allow the resident a right to privacy, and to keep and use personal belongings and property as long as it doesn't interfere with the rights, health, or safety of others. Residents are also given the right to be informed about their medical condition, medications, and to see a doctor of their choice while also having the right to refuse medications and treatments.