A patient with capacity asks to see the nursing notes written about the patient's care. Which response is most appropriate?
Correct answer: B. Provide access according to the facility's approved procedure
- A. Refuse because nursing notes belong only to the hospital
- B. Provide access according to the facility's approved procedure
- C. Allow the patient to photograph every patient's record
- D. Tell the patient to ask a relative to inspect the notes
Explanation
Patients generally have a legitimate interest in information about their care, but access should follow the approved confidentiality and records procedure. Other patients' information must never be disclosed.
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