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3. What is privileged information/communication ?

Privileged communication is an interaction between two parties in which the law


recognizes a private, protected relationship. Whatever is communicated between the
two parties must remain confidential, and the law cannot force their disclosure.
Privileged communication in healthcare refers to communications that include private
patient information that is protected by federal, state, and local laws in the US and in
other countries. So In other words, communications services must be compliant with
these rules if they transmit health information.

4. What is the difference between nursing malpractice & nursing negligence?

In simple terms, medical negligence is a mistake that resulted in causing a patient


unintended harm. Medical malpractice, on the other hand, is when a medical
professional knowingly didn't follow through with the proper standard of care.

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