Which of the Following Statements Is the Best Response When

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is the best response when a health care provider is asked by a patient to be their "friend" on Facebook?

• A)"Great idea.I would love to keep in touch with you."
• B)"I am flattered that you want to be my friend, but it is not appropriate for me to 'friend' you on Facebook."
• C)"Absolutely, I 'friend' all of my former patients."
• D)"Why would you want to be my friend? Are you lonely?"

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Definitions:

Partially Disclosed Principal

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Undisclosed Principal

A person who directs another to deal with a third party without revealing their identity.

Durable Power

A legal document that grants someone the authority to act on another's behalf in legal and financial matters, which continues to be effective even if the grantor becomes incapacitated.

Power of Attorney

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