Confidentiality

Question 1

What is a statute?

Answer 1

A law passed in parliament

Question 2

Exceptions to confidentiality (3)

Answer 2

1. Patient consents (expressed or implied)
2. Required legally
3. Wider public interest

Question 3

According to the NHS code of practice 2003, which crimes do not require a breach of confidentiality? (3)

Answer 3

1. Theft
2. Fraud
3. Property damage

Question 4

When is it required legally to breach confidentiality? (4)

Answer 4

1. Death notification
2. Termination
3. Treatment of drug addict
4. Noticeable infectious disease

Question 5

When can we break confidentiality to assist the police?(3)

Answer 5

1. Warrant from a circuit judge
2. Driving offences
3. Patient involved in terrorism

Question 6

Which act makes it compulsory for us to assist the police in driving offences?

Answer 6

Road traffic act 1988

Question 7

What information can we provide to help police identify a driving offender?

Answer 7

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