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ETHICAL DECISION MAKING
Client has undergone testing and the results have been sent
direct to you
Client has requested prior non-disclosure of the test result to
his wife and family:
Value of Confidentiality
The wife schedules an appointment to see you to discuss the
test results:
Value/s of Caring, Honesty and Respect
The Values of Confidentiality and Caring, Honesty and Respect
are in conflict with one another (they are inconsistent)
You must make an ethical prioritisation between the two (2)
options (of action) that is in the best interests of the Client
Option 1: Maintain the confidentiality of the Client
Option 2: Disclose the test results to the wife