Privileged communication is a legal concept that in some states protects the confidentiality of the nurse-patient relationship.Which information is not protected by this statute? Select all that apply.

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Privileged communication allows certain information given to professionals by patients to remain secret during any litigation.These statutes exclude the mandatory reporting of violence against a child,an older adult,an impaired adult,and (in some instances)a domestic partner; some communicable diseases that affect public safety; and information that will prevent a felony (e.g.,murder)from occurring.Only the patient can give the information regarding her rape and the privilege prevents the nurse from sharing information such as illegal selling of drugs to be used against the patient in a court of law.

Privileged Communication Is a Legal Concept That in Some States