Phil has a stat draw. The patient and physician are in deep discussion when Phil enters the patients' room. He immediately leaves the room, respecting the patients' right to privacy. He plans to return after completing a routine draw from the patient across the hall. What (if anything) did Phil do wrong?

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After introducing himself, Phil should explain to the physician and patient why he is in the room and ask permission to begin the procedure. A patient is assured privacy under the Patient Bill of Rights; however, in this scenario delay of a stat draw could delay important treatment. The physician will determine which is more important the stat draw or the discussion with his patient.

Phil Has a Stat Draw