Confidentiality Violation Discussion

Easy Management Of Care Confidentiality/information Security

A newly hired nurse is discussing patient confidentiality with a colleague. During the conversation, the nurse mentions a patient’s diagnosis and treatment in detail, while their locker cubicle is near the break room. Which of the following options best describes the nurse's action regarding patient confidentiality?

The nurse's actions are appropriate as they are sharing information with a colleague.

The nurse is violating patient confidentiality by discussing the case in an area where others may overhear.

The nurse is allowed to share patient information as long as they do not disclose the patient's name.

The nurse is following protocol as long as there is no intent to harm the patient.

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