Confidentiality: the legal issues

Cornock, Marc (2011). Confidentiality: the legal issues. Nursing Children and Young People, 23(7) pp. 18–19.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.7748/ncyp2011.09.23.7.18.c8682

URL: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21987976

Abstract

Confidentiality is a fundamental principle of nursing practice that underpins the nurse’s relationship with their patients. It is a principle that combines both legal rules and ethical standards. This article examines the legal and ethical basis of confidentiality and provides guidance for those nursing children.

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• 2046-2336
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• Faculty of Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies (WELS) > Health, Wellbeing and Social Care > Nursing
  Faculty of Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies (WELS) > Health, Wellbeing and Social Care
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• Marc Cornock