A medical worker was sued by a patient for discussing the patient's medical condition with a mutual friend. The patient most likely sued the medical worker for the tort of:
A) false imprisonment
B) mental distress
C) invasion of privacy
D) nothing because medical personnel are exempt from any liability in such instances
E) none of the other choices

Question

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The tort of invasion of privacy includes the disclosure of private information without consent. By discussing the patient's medical condition with someone who was not involved in their treatment or care, the medical worker violated the patient's privacy rights.

A Medical Worker Was Sued by a Patient for Discussing