A patient's adult child calls the unit asking for information about the patient's condition. The patient has not signed a HIPAA release. What should the LPN do?
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A
Provide a general update since family members are allowed information
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B
Confirm or deny the patient is admitted and share basic status
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C
Decline to provide any information without the patient's authorization
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D
Ask the charge nurse to speak with the family member