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Data protection disclosure — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A man asks whether his partner has collected antidepressants from the pharmacy this month. He says he is worried but has no consent from the patient. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: B — Do not disclose the information without a valid consent or lawful basis

Pharmacy records are confidential personal data. Information should not be disclosed to another person without consent or another lawful basis, except where serious harm considerations apply. The other options either delay appropriate care, use an unsuitable medicine, or miss the main safety issue.

Reference: GPhC Standards; UK GDPR; MEP