The ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses recognizes that confidentiality:
a. flows from respect for persons and is an absolute requirement in all situations.
b. is restricted to legal regulations and definitions.
c. is not absolute and may be modified to protect the patient or other innocent people.
d. None of the above
C
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