In Order to Release Information to Another Health Care Facility

question 5

Multiple Choice

In order to release information to another health care facility or third party regarding a patient diagnosed with a mental illness, the nurse must obtain

• A) a signed consent by the patient for release of information stating specific information to be released.
• B) a verbal consent for information release from the patient and the patient's guardian or next of kin.
• C) permission from members of the health care team who participate in treatment planning.
• D) approval from the attending psychiatrist to authorize the release of information.

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