SimPRENA

1 . The patient's right to confidentiality takes precedence over the family's desire to be informed.

True

False

2 . A nurse can discuss patient information freely with colleagues if they work in the same hospital.

True

False

3 . You can break patient confidentiality if the patient is a danger to public safety.

True

False

4 . Patient confidentiality rules do not apply to people under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

True

False

5 . A healthcare worker can share a patient’s information with family members if the patient agrees.

True

False

6 . Which of the following is a key principle of confidentiality in healthcare?

Healthcare providers may disclose patient information if it benefits the institution’s reputation

Only the patient has the right to determine who can access their health information

Family members can always access the patient’s information without consent

7 . When is a healthcare provider permitted to disclose patient information without consent?

If the family member requests it in writing

If there is a public health concern, such as in the case of a contagious disease

If the patient’s employer wants details about the patient’s condition

8 . In which of the following cases would breaching confidentiality NOT be justified?

If a patient is diagnosed with a communicable disease

If a patient is in a life-threatening condition and needs emergency surgery

If a patient is high-profile public official

9 . What should you do before having a conversation with the family about a patient's information?

Ask the family for their opinion first

Know what information the patient has agreed to share

Agree to share all information with them to avoid conflict

10 . How should you respond if the family expresses frustration or anger about not being informed?

Ignore their concerns and avoid engaging with the family to prevent escalation

Acknowledge their feelings, respond with empathy, and reassure them that the patient’s best interests are the priority

Agree to share all information with them to avoid conflict