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In Law / College | 2025-07-06

QUESTION 14
A physician can turn away patients that
A. Have AIDS
B. They have not agreed to treat
C. Are indigent
D. Are emergencies

QUESTION 15
Confidential information that has been told to a physician by the patient is called
A. Informed Consent
B. Privileged communication
C. Advance Directives
D. Self-determination

Asked by elee4441

Answer (2)

A physician can refuse to treat a patient who has not agreed to treatment, while confidentiality in healthcare is protected by privileged communication. Options regarding refusing care based on conditions like AIDS or financial status are not justified. The responses highlight the legal and ethical framework governing physician responsibilities. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

A physician can refuse to treat a patient who has not agreed to treatment (Option B), while confidentiality in healthcare is safeguarded by privileged communication (Option B). Physicians cannot turn away patients based on medical conditions or financial status. The relationship between patient and physician is reinforced by law, providing necessary protections for both.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-13