Question

A junior doctor notices that a colleague has posted a photograph from the ward on a public social media account in which a patient’s face is identifiable, although no name is used. What is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Raise the concern with the colleague and, if necessary, escalate according to local policies

Answer

Like the post but do nothing further

Answer

Publicly comment on the post criticising the colleague

Answer

Ignore it as no name is mentioned

Answer

Share the photograph further to raise awareness

Practice question

A junior doctor notices that a colleague has posted a photograph from the ward on a public social media account in which a patient’s face is identifiable, although no name is used. What is the most appropriate action?