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Question 2 • AA - S26 Introduction to Healthcare Science

Why is confidentiality important to patients?

Answer

It helps patients feel as though they will receive better treatment, more attention, and quicker services.

It makes patients feel more comfortable so that they can be more open with their providers about their health conditions.

It helps patients feel closer to their providers, so that they can develop a friendship that extends outside of work.

It makes patients feel as though they have more patient rights, which gives them more control over their health services.

Explanation

Confidentiality protects personal health information from being shared without permission. Knowing their information will be kept private helps patients feel comfortable sharing sensitive or important details with their providers, which supports good care. It does not promise faster service or a personal friendship.

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