Voluntary Hospitalization
/ˈvɒl.ənˌtɛr.i ˌhɒspɪtəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Admission to a hospital for treatment based on the patient's consent rather than by legal compulsion.
The patient requested voluntary hospitalization to receive immediate psychiatric care.
Forms
- voluntary hospitalization
- voluntary hospitalizations
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Commentary
Voluntary hospitalization contrasts with involuntary commitment, emphasizing patient consent; clarity in legal documents ensures proper rights are upheld.
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