When patients ask a family member to remain with them in a treatment room, this implies that they have given permission for the doctor and/or staff to discuss their condition in front of the family member.

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If a patient requests for a family member to stay with them in the treatment room, it is implied that they have given consent for the doctor and/or staff to discuss their condition in their presence. The family member is considered to be a part of the patient's care team and is allowed access to information necessary to provide support to the patient.

When Patients Ask a Family Member to Remain with Them