A nurse in a small rural hospital is out grocery shopping and is asked the following in the check-out lane: "How is Sarah doing? Was the operation successful?" Which of the following statements must the nurse be aware of when working in a rural community?

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The nurse must be aware that the confidentiality of patients' information must be protected, regardless of the cultural norms or the small community. It is important to maintain patient privacy and ensure that patient information is not shared with unauthorized individuals. The nurse can politely decline to provide patient information and direct the individual to the appropriate department or provider for updates on the patient's condition.

A Nurse in a Small Rural Hospital Is Out Grocery