All of the following EXCEPT a _____ who learns from a patient that he or she intends to do harm to another has the legal responsibility to inform the possible victim and the appropriate authorities.
A) physician
B) psychiatrist
C) nurse
D) discologist

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A "discologist" is not a recognized or licensed medical professional. Therefore, they would not have the legal responsibility to inform the possible victim and appropriate authorities. Physicians, psychiatrists, and nurses all have a duty to protect the safety of their patients and the public, and are bound by ethical and legal obligations to disclose potential harm to authorities when it is necessary to prevent harm.

All of the Following EXCEPT a _____ Who Learns from a Patient