A Kantian Would Argue That the Main Reason for Confidentiality

question 44

True/False

A Kantian would argue that the main reason for confidentiality is that disclosure of confidential medical information could have negative effects on the lives of patients. It might expose patients to discrimination, disrupt their personal relationships, and subject them to shame or public ridicule.

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