Which of the Following Statements Is True About the Physician-Patient

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about the physician-patient privilege?

• A) The privilege belongs to the patient.
• B) The doctor cannot assert the privilege at trial if the patient is not present at the trial.
• C) If the patient waives the privilege, the physician can exercise the privilege and cannot be compelled to testify.
• D) The privilege applies when an outside, nonessential third party is present during the conversation with the doctor.

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