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2. Martin is caring for a patient with hepatitis B, something the patient does not

want people to know about until he is ready to discuss it with family and friends. At
some point, the patient's mother arrives at the hospital and asks Martin what is
wrong with her son. The mother looks very worried, and states how much she cares
about her son's well-being.

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In this situation, Martin should prioritize the patient's confidentiality and privacy. He should explain to the mother that he cannot disclose any medical information about her son without the patient's consent. It's important to respect the patient's wishes and allow them to decide when and how to share their medical condition with their family and friends. Martin can offer to assist the patient in having a conversation with their mother when they are ready to discuss it.


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