Question

question 16 of 30 true or false: if you want to talk with a patient and there are others (family, guests, etc) in the room, you must obtain permission from the patient before beginning to discuss any phi. true false

Explanation:

In healthcare, protecting patient privacy (PHI - Protected Health Information) is crucial. When others are present, obtaining the patient's permission to discuss PHI respects their privacy rights and adheres to ethical and legal standards (like HIPAA). So the statement is correct.

Answer:

True