The patient asks the nurse, who is picking up the breakfast trays, "What will happen during the radiology test this morning?" The nurse replies, "All the necessary explanations are on that sheet of paper on the table
" This is an example of the violation of: 1. confidentiality.
2. privacy.
3. explanation of care.
4. continuity of care.
3
All patients have the right to an explanation of all aspects of care and treatment.
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