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Why is client confidentiality
important? How do I assure my client that
his/her information will be kept private? |
Client confidentiality is very
important when working with clients in a healthcare setting. As a healthcare professional, it
is important to assure your client that what they tell you will remain
confidential and it is essential that you deliver on that promise. It is not only a question of
maintaining professionalism, but it is an important way to gain the
client’s trust and confidence in you. If the client feels that they
cannot trust you, they may not share important information that can help
you care for your client’s health. Trust and confidentiality go
hand in hand when it comes to providing your client with excellent
care. One way to look at the issue
of confidentiality is to put yourself in the
client’s shoes. How would you
want to be treated? When
sharing personal details about your health, you want to know that the
information will be kept private. So, remember to treat your client the
way you would like to be treated by a practitioner. Confidentiality is not just a
matter of professionalism. It
is so important that the It is important to bring up
the issue of confidentiality directly with your client. Assure them that you understand
the information they share is private. The client’s personal information
will only be shared with the mentor for educational purposes only. When you ask the client to
sign the confidentiality agreement, you must sign it as well. Your personal assurance and your
signature are a reflection of your professionalism and integrity. Do not jeopardize that integrity
by sharing information about a client with anyone other than your
mentor.
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