Confidentiality

Overview

• Designed for all primary care staff to assist with their understanding of the principles relating to the concept of confidentiality and the practice of this concept in the context of primary care.
• Contains a case study and multiple-choice questions.

Goals

During this course you will learn

• the definition of confidentiality
• why it is important
• what are the essential components of providing in a manner aligned with the concept of confidentiality
• when it is appropriate to break the rules of confidentiality
• your responsibilities
• your organisation’s responsibilities
• the wider NHS responsibilities
• where to look for further help and advice

Topics covered