After classroom discussion regarding confidentiality policies and laws protecting client records,a student asks why it's permissible for them to review and have access to client records in the clinical area.How should the nursing instructor respond?
A)"Confidentiality and privacy laws don't apply to students."
B)"Most students review so many records and charts that they could not possibly remember details from any one of them."
C)"Records are used in educational settings and for learning purposes,but the student is bound to hold all information in strict confidence."
D)"As long as the clinical instructor is in the area,accessing client records is part of the education process."

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Students may review client records in educational settings for learning purposes, but they are still bound by confidentiality and privacy laws to hold all information in strict confidence.

Answer: D 
 Accessing client records can be a valuable part of the education process, but it should only be done under the supervision of a clinical instructor to ensure that confidentiality and privacy laws are being followed.

After Classroom Discussion Regarding Confidentiality Policies and Laws Protecting Client