A nurse is enrolled in an orientation program regarding clients' rights, confidentiality, and ethical practices in nursing. Which of the following situations is an example of a breach of confidentiality?
A)Release of laboratory results to the client via an encrypted electronic email.
B)Disclosing information for reimbursement of hospital payment.
C)Disclosing the client's disease prognosis to the estranged spouse.
D)Using a reference number to replace the client's name in the medical record.

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The Answer is C

A Nurse Is Enrolled in an Orientation Program Regarding Clients