A visitor takes the elevator to the eighth floor to visit her husband

QUESTION

A visitor takes the elevator to the eighth floor to visit her husband who is a patient. The visitor overhears two nurses speaking about her husband. They are discussing his possible prognosis and if he should be told.

What ethical principle have the nurses violated?
A. Autonomy
B. Confidentiality
C. Beneficence
D. Justice

ANSWER:

ANS: B