After a medical error that harms a patient, what is the physician's ethical duty?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. To disclose the error honestly to the patient
- Step 1: Disclosure of adverse events is expected by professional bodies.
Answer
To disclose the error honestly to the patient.
Why not the others: Altering records is unethical and illegal.
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