Review the principles of Autonomy, Trust, Justice and Fidelity. Discuss what is confidentiality in regards to the medical record and why is it important.
Description Patients routinely share personal information with health care providers. If the confidentiality of this information were not protected, trust in the physician-patient relationship would be diminished. Patients would be less likely to share sensitive information, which could negatively impact their care. Why is confidentiality important? Creating a trusting environment by respecting patient privacy encourages […]