4. Report problems. Legal and ethical

3. Privacy, confidentiality and disclosure

Privacy, confidentiality and disclosure are key concepts to understand and abide by while working in a healthcare setting Failure to maintain privacy and confidentiality can lead to serious consequences, including legal and ethical violations, damage to patient trust, and professional repercussions. Therefore, health assistants should be well-trained in these principles and consistently apply them in their daily work to ensure the well-being and trust of their patients. Select the info icon to find out more about each principle.

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Revision activity

The following questions will help you review your understanding of the session. Select the arrow to move through the questions.