Asked by Sanyam Gupta on May 16, 2024
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The patient requests that her chart be destroyed as soon as she is discharged.What is the best response of the nurse?
A) "The hospital can give you the chart after you are discharged."
B) "Your chart will be kept secure and confidential."
C) "The information must be reported to the health department first."
D) "Your chart can be shredded if you give consent."
Discharged
The formal release of a patient from a healthcare facility after treatment, indicating that the patient can continue recovery outside the hospital setting.
- Know patient rights concerning their medical records and privacy.
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Harrison KinsworthyMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The patient's hospital record may not be destroyed after the patient is discharged.The patient should be reassured that all of the information in the record will be kept secure and confidential.
Learning Objectives
- Know patient rights concerning their medical records and privacy.
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