Question

You have interpreted several times for a young man in primary care who had been treated for a sexually transmitted disease and problems with alcohol and drug abuse. One day you are at your brother's home and you are shocked to discover that this same young man is dating your niece. What should you do?

a) Warn your brother about the young man's problems.


b) Say nothing to your brother about this young man's health problems and do not interpret for this young man in the future.


c) Warn the young man that if he doesn't stay away from your niece, you'll tell her father about his health problems. d. Leave a note for your niece warning her about this young man's problems, but don't let her know it's from you.


d) Leave a note for your niece warning her of this young man's problems, but do not let her know it is from you.

Answer 1

As a health professional, maintain patient confidentiality and avoid disclosing the young man's health problems to your brother or anyone else. Have a conversation with your niece about your concerns without revealing the young man's personal information.

Step-by-step explanation:

When it comes to handling patient privacy, especially for minors, health professionals need to prioritize the well-being of the patient. In this case, the young man's health problems should not be disclosed to your brother or anyone else, as it goes against patient confidentiality.

As a health professional, your responsibility is to maintain trust and confidentiality with your patients. Instead of taking any of the actions mentioned, you should continue to provide professional interpretation services to the young man when needed and ensure that his medical information remains private.

If you have concerns about your niece's well-being, it is recommended to have a conversation with her directly, expressing your concerns without revealing the young man's personal information.