In the UK, an adult with capacity says a partner has threatened serious violence tonight and asks the nurse not to tell anyone. What should the nurse do?
Correct answer: B. Share necessary information through safeguarding procedures
- A. Accept the refusal and take no further action
- B. Share necessary information through safeguarding procedures
- C. Ask the partner to attend a meeting with the patient
- D. Wait until the patient reports an actual assault
Explanation
Confidentiality may be overridden when there is a serious and imminent risk of harm, using the minimum necessary information. The nurse should involve safeguarding and emergency services according to local policy while supporting the patient’s safety.
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Safeguarding covers recognising signs of abuse, neglect, exploitation and domestic violence in children and adults, responding to disclosure, recording facts, sharing information lawfully and escalating to the safeguarding lead or relevant authority. Duty of candour requires openness, apology, explanation and reporting after qualifying harm, and is distinct from investigating blame or proving negligence.
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