Annabelle is Dr. Marvin’s new patient. When Annabelle first meets Dr. Marvin, she introduces herself and tells him that she is new to the area and enjoys living in this part of town.Then, she talks about the stomachaches she has been having, and how she has a family history of digestive problems. The discussion about Annabelle’s health symptomsAnnabelle being new to the area is what makes this an example of privileged communication that must be kept confidential.
Answer
A
Annabelle’s health symptoms
B
Annabelle being new to the area
Explanation
A patient’s health symptoms and family medical history are private medical information, so Dr. Marvin must keep them confidential. Annabelle being new to the area is ordinary personal conversation, not medical information. Therefore, the discussion about her health symptoms is the confidential communication.
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