The Nurse Is Answering a Phone Call in Which the Person

question 7

Multiple Choice

The nurse is answering a phone call in which the person is asking if a client has recently been admitted to a psychiatric facility. Which nursing response reflects appropriate legal and ethical obligations?

• A) The nurse refuses to give any information to the caller, citing rules of confidentiality.
• B) The nurse immediately hangs up on the caller.
• C) The nurse confirms that the person has been at the facility but adds no additional information.
• D) The nurse suggests that the caller speak to the client's therapist.

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