A Patient Is Diagnosed with a Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI)and

question 4

Multiple Choice

A patient is diagnosed with a sexually transmitted infections (STI) and states to the nurse,"Promise you will not tell anyone about my condition." Which action should the nurse take,when considering the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996?

• A) Honor the patient's wishes
• B) Respect the patient's privacy and confidentiality.
• C) Communicate only necessary information.
• D) Not disclosing any information to anyone.

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