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A church minister approaches the nurse who is caring for a member of his congregation. He asks the nurse about the client’s diagnosis. What is the nurse’s most appropriate response to his inquiry?
  1. Ask him if he has spoken with the client regarding this matter.
  2. Tell him the diagnosis. After all, he is the client’s spiritual support.
  3. Tell him it is none of his business.
  4. Advise him he must ask the doctor for the diagnosis.
Explanation
Answer: A - It is not appropriate for the nurse to discuss a client’s diagnosis with any church minister, or even family members, without the client’s prior approval. Doing so could be considered a breach of confidentiality. It is best that such individuals talk with the client directly.
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