Your neighbor who is also your friend stops you as you are walking in to your house after work. She says she heard that John across the street was in your hospital with a heart attack and is not doing very well. She asks you if that is true
You know that John is in cardiac care and has a poor prognosis. Which of the following is the best response to your friend's question?
A) "I heard he was in the hospital. I'll check this out tomorrow."
B) "I don't know if he is in the hospital or not. I've just been so busy."
C) "We're all good friends and good neighbors and I know he wouldn't mind me telling you about his condition."
D) "I'm sorry but I can't share confidential patient information."
D
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