HCLP confidentiality Flashcards
define confidentiality?
the state of keeping or being kept secret or private
what is the duty of confidentiality?
when someone shares personal information in confidence it must not be disclosed without some form of legal authority or justification
what acts and law does duty of confidentiality fall under?
common law
human rights act 1998
data protection act 2018
define confidential information?
information that, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to place them at risk of criminal or civil liability, or be damaging to financial standing, employability, or reputation
any information that an individual pt would prefer to remain private
list some things that would be considered confidential information?
contact details
aspects of a medical history
attendance at an appt
that the pt wears dentures
when can you breach confidentiality?
with the pts consent
when may you breach confidentiality without the pts consent?
where a pt puts their health and safety at serious risk, or if you think that you have confidential information which would help prevent or detect a serious crime
public health issues
child protection/ vulnerable adult
if you have to release information what steps do you follow?
patient consent if possible - in writing ideally
release the minimum information necessary for the purpose
be prepared to justify your decision/ actions
seek advice if in doubt
what GDC standard does confidentiality fall under?
principle 4
