A nurse is asked to disclose a patient’s clinical information to a person presenting a court order. What is the nurse’s most appropriate action?
Correct answer: C. Verify the order and follow institutional policy
- A. Refuse every request for patient information
- B. Release the entire hospital record immediately
- C. Verify the order and follow institutional policy
- D. Give the information verbally without checking identity
Explanation
A valid legal order may permit disclosure, but the nurse should verify its authenticity, identity and scope and follow hospital policy. Only information covered by the lawful request should be released.
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About Legal Aspects and PNMC Regulation
Legal aspects of nursing include professional scope of practice, registration and licensing, standards of care, negligence, malpractice, assault, battery, consent, confidentiality and accurate documentation. PNMC regulation also involves professional accountability, disciplinary procedures and safe delegation, which differ from ethical guidance because they carry legal or regulatory consequences.
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