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The Patient Self Determination Act of the United States protects clients in terms of their rights to what? Select one that does not apply.

  • A. Privacy and to have their medical information confidential unless the client formally approves the sharing of this information with others such as family members.
  • B. Make healthcare decisions and to have these decisions protected and communicated to others when they are no longer competent to do so.
  • C. Be fully informed about all treatments in term of their benefits, risks and alternatives to them so the client can make a knowledgeable and informed decision about whether or not to agree to having it
  • D. Make decisions about who their health care provider is without any coercion or undue influence of others including healthcare providers.
Correct Answer: A

Rationale: These are the rights safeguarded under the Patient Self Determination Act.