If uncertain about whether to give particular information to a patient on the telephone, a general principle is to ________.

A. have the provider return the patient's call
B. realize it is appropriate and honest to give information to the patient
C. document the details of the call, including what you said, in the chart
D. have the nurse relay the information
E. tell the patient you can't find the requested information

Answer: A

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