A student nurse was discussing the confidentiality of a patient's medical records. The student's comments demonstrated a clear understanding of the subject until he or she said:
1. "The patient has the right to request a copy of her chart."
2. "A patient's chart is considered confidential and may only be accessed by health-care workers providing care to the patient."
3. "The chart does not belong to the patient, but is the property of the hospital or of the physician in a clinic setting."
4. "Under no circumstances should a copy of a patient's chart be given to the patient's insurance company."
ANS: 4
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