Practice Question
A nurse's sibling had a diagnostic test at the nurse's facility. The sibling asks the nurse to look up the result in the computer. The nurse should identify which of the following as the reason for her decision about her sibling's request?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
It is not permissible because there is no nurse-client relationship between the sibling and nurse.
Rationale:
🟢 Accessing a family member’s medical records violates HIPAA unless the nurse is directly involved in their care and has authorization.
🟢 Even with verbal consent, the nurse must follow facility policy and privacy regulations to avoid breaches.
🟢 Being related to the patient does not justify access—there must be a professional relationship and documented need.
🟢 Protecting confidentiality is a core ethical and legal duty in nursing.
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Medical-Surgical
- Answer Choices: 4