An example of a situation in which the patient automatically gives up the right to confidentiality is when a patient ____.
A. sues a physician
B. is admitted to the hospital
C. has a terminal illness
D. chooses another physician
E. agrees to e-billing
A. sues a physician
When a patient sues a physician, the patient automatically gives up the right to confidentiality.
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