Question

Mrs. Casanello had a breast biopsy last Friday. She calls Wednesday afternoon and asks if the results are back yet. The results came in Wednesday morning, and you know that the results were good: there is no malignancy. What should you tell Mrs. Casanello?

Answer 1

Mrs. Casanello should be informed that the biopsy results are in and encouraged to speak with her physician for details, assuring her that the news appears favorable.

Step-by-step explanation:

As someone in the position to relay medical results, Mrs. Casanello should be informed that the biopsy results have been received. However, she should be encouraged to speak directly with her physician to discuss the results in detail. This ensures that Mrs. Casanello receives the most accurate information and gives her the opportunity to ask any questions about the outcome of the breast biopsy and any subsequent steps in her care protocol. Meanwhile, you can reassure her that the news appears to be good, but be sure not to disclose specifics, as the interpretation of results should be done by medical professionals.

Answer 2

You have to tell Mrs Casanello that you will check with the doctor after which someone will reach out to her as soon as the results have been interpreted

Step-by-step explanation:

Results are out, yes but it is simply not your job to tell mrs Casanello her results. This is also because they are yet to be confirmed and interpreted by the doctor and this is due process that has to be followed in the hospital to avoid any misunderstanding or wrong results being given to hospital patients