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Patient confidentiality — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient’s partner asks the pharmacy whether the patient has collected antidepressants this month. The partner says they are worried but the patient has not given consent and there is no immediate safeguarding disclosure. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: C — Do not disclose the medication information and encourage supportive patient contact

Pharmacy professionals must protect confidential patient information unless there is a lawful basis for disclosure. Concern from a partner should be handled sensitively, but it does not automatically permit disclosure. The pharmacist can encourage the partner to ask the patient to contact the pharmacy or seek help if there is a safety concern. Safeguarding concerns should be managed through appropriate channels.

Reference: GPhC Standards; MEP