Question

1. a hospital visitor asks about the health condition of a study patient. the visitor says that everyone in the women’s club is anxious to hear if their friend is getting better. how will you handle this situation? (a) thank her for her concern and tell her that you are unable to comment due to privacy laws. (b) give her the telephone number of the study physician who is monitoring the case. (c) show her study data that supports the patient’s improvement. (d) let her read the patient’s study record and stand by to answer any questions she might have.

Explanation:

Patient - privacy laws, like HIPAA in the US, protect patient - health information. Sharing details without consent is illegal. Options B, C, and D all involve improper sharing of patient - related information.

Answer:

A. Thank her for her concern and tell her that you are unable to comment due to privacy laws.