Privileged communication is the:
A) right to confidentiality.
B) legal term ensuring some professionals the right not to reveal information.
C) ethical concept that professionals do not have to reveal information.
D) legal right to refuse confidentiality.

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Privileged communication refers to a legal right or protection that certain professionals, such as physicians or attorneys, have to keep confidential any information that is shared with them by clients or patients. This protection is necessary in order to encourage open and honest communication between professionals and their clients/patients. Therefore, answer B - the legal term ensuring some professionals the right not to reveal information - is the best choice.

Privileged Communication Is The