Which of the following statements applies to a medical assistant's knowledge of information in a patient's life acquired in the course of employment?

a. It should be the topic of office discussions.
b. It is considered confidential information.
c. It should be discussed with the medical assistant's family.
d. It should be divulged only to the patient's immediate family members.


b

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