Mrs. Copenhagen's psychiatrist informs her that he thinks she needs to participate in a 3-month outpatient aftercare program following her discharge. Which specific law would protect Mrs
Copenhagen's right to request a second opinion before agreeing to his suggestion?
A) The Patient Self-Determination Act
B) Dixon v. Weinberger Least Restrictive Environment Law
C) Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
D) Tarasoff Duty to Warn Law
A
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