Your Client Has Just Stated, "I Can't Seem to Get

question 5

Multiple Choice

Your client has just stated, "I can't seem to get along with my daughters, and I really want to avoid any more of this conflict. What do you do to get along with your children?" Which of the following is the most appropriate response?

• A) I let them be independent. I let them make their own decisions. I'll give suggestions but only when they ask for my help.
• B) That's a very personal question, and I don't feel comfortable answering it.
• C) Figuring out an effective way to communicate with our children is challenging. What have you tried that has worked?
• D) Let's focus on you rather than focusing on me.

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HIPAA Privacy Rule

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Any data related to a person's physical or mental health, healthcare history, or payment for healthcare services, which is protected for privacy.

Durable Power Of Attorney

Also known as health care power of attorney, it is an instruction from the patient to all who might need to know that the patient has empowered a representative to make health care decisions and the discontinuation of life support.

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