Session 4: Confidentiality

Question 1

confidentiality should always be maintained unless?

Answer 1

consent is given by the pt
it is required by the law
it is in the wider public interest

Question 2

how much information should you give when required to breach confidentiality

Answer 2

minimum amount of info necessary

Question 3

when do u not have to inform the pt you have to breach confidentiality

Answer 3

if it defies the objective of breaching confidentiality

Question 4

relatives do not have a right to know about the pt unless?

Answer 4

they are the parents of a child who is not Gillick competent

Question 5

if a pt lacks competence who can be consulted

Answer 5

next of kin have a right to be consulted where practical to do so

Question 6

when is express consent required to breach confidentiality

Answer 6

if there is doubt about the sensitivity of the info (e.g GUM appointments)

Question 7

which disclosures required by the statute do not require consent

Answer 7

notification of death
notification of termination
treatment of drug addicts w specific drugs
notable infectious diseases

Question 8

which conditions mean u must disclose info to the police

Answer 8

if under a warrant from a circuit judge
to aid police request to identify drivers suspected of road traffic offences
to aid police in all matters regarding terrorism

Question 9

when can confidentiality in adults lacking mental capacity and children be breached

Answer 9

if it is thought to be in the best interests of the child or adult. can be breached b/t 16-18 even though they have competence