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Which of the following best describes privacy in the context of health and social care?
Which of the following best describes privacy in the context of health and social care?
- The requirement for individuals to share all personal details with their caregivers
- The responsibility of caregivers to make all personal information publicly available
- The right of individuals to keep personal information confidential (correct)
- The obligation of healthcare providers to disclose all information to the public
What does dignity encompass in the context of health and social care?
What does dignity encompass in the context of health and social care?
- Imposing decisions on individuals without their consent
- Disregarding the emotions and preferences of individuals
- Treating individuals as inferior due to their health condition
- Respecting an individual's worth and value as a human being (correct)
What is an essential aspect of maintaining privacy and dignity in health and social care settings?
What is an essential aspect of maintaining privacy and dignity in health and social care settings?
- Ignoring the preferences of the individuals receiving care
- Obtaining informed consent before sharing any personal information (correct)
- Forcing individuals to comply with all caregiver instructions
- Sharing personal information without seeking permission