A client asks the LPN/LVN to share his diagnosis with his adult daughter who is visiting. The LPN/LVN should:

A client asks the LPN/LVN to share his

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ADecline because all health information is always strictly confidential from family.
BShare the diagnosis only after confirming the client has given permission.
CRefer the daughter directly to the medical records department.
DShare the diagnosis because the daughter is immediate family.

✓ Correct answer: B. Share the diagnosis only after confirming the client has given permission. Under HIPAA, a competent adult client must explicitly consent before protected health information is disclosed to family members, even those who are present at the bedside.

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