Question

your client has been expressing some concerns about her son. she is, in fact, losing sleep because of her worries, but does not want you to tell anyone. as a support worker, what must you do? choose the best answer from the following options. ch:4

• explain to the client that you recognize her right to privacy but informing her nurse is necessary in this case because the worrying might be harmful to her. you need to assure your client that her nurse is part of her health care team and that she is obliged to protect the client’s privacy too.
• respect the client’s right to privacy and don’t tell anyone.
• inform the client’s doctor.
• inform the client’s nurse.

Explanation:

The best action is to explain to the client that her right to privacy is recognized, but her nurse (part of healthcare team) is necessary to involve as worries may harm her. This balances privacy and proper care. Other options either ignore care needs or wrongly restrict sharing with healthcare team.

Answer:

A. Explain to the client that you recognize her right to privacy but informing her nurse is necessary in this case because the worrying might be harmful to her. You need to assure your client that her nurse is part of her health care team and that she is obliged to protect the client’s privacy too.