Kelly requests a copy of his current treatment plan. You should:
a. Have Kelly put the request in writing and discuss the issue with the treatment team.
b. Make a copy of the current treatment plan and give it to Kelly.
c. Discuss the treatment plan with Kelly and then see that he has a copy.
d. Refer Kelly to the attending psychiatric physician.
The hypothetical practice situations that follow are designed to stimulate thinking and discussion on the issue of confidentiality. Each situation is followed by a multiple-choice list of possible responses you might make. Choose the responses that you consider the best. In some cases you might want to use more than one of the responses listed. Others may choose a different answer. Discuss with your fellow students the different possibilities and what might present the best outcome for the client.
