What ethical issue has recently become a significant concern for respiratory therapists and all health care providers due to a congressional act?
a. Patient's right to privacy
b. Patient's right to care
c. Patient's right to consultation
d. Patient's right to refuse treatment
ANS: A
The new century has brought one particular challenge, although not new to health care or to res-piratory therapists: a heightened awareness of the patient's right to privacy.
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