A patient is NOT expected to recover from his/her illness. His/her family wants to know what the doctor has said about the patient's condition. You should
A)
refer them to your immediate supervisor.
B)
answer them honestly.
C)
call the doctor.
D)
answer them so as to give hope.
Answer:
A
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