Question

A GP accesses his spouse’s medical records without her knowledge to check her test results. He is also her registered doctor. According to GMC guidance, what is the most appropriate statement?

Accepted Answer

Accessing family records for personal reasons breaches confidentiality and professional boundaries

Answer

This is acceptable as he is her GP

Answer

He may access the records but must not document anything

Answer

It is acceptable if he tells her afterwards

Answer

It is acceptable only if he prints the records

Practice question

A GP accesses his spouse’s medical records without her knowledge to check her test results. He is also her registered doctor. According to GMC guidance, what is the most appropriate statement?