Which statement best describes appropriate handling of patient information?

• A. Share with family members without consent.
• B. Share with the public.
• C. Share with authorized individuals and with patient consent as required by law.
• D. Post on social media.

Answer: (C)

Protecting patient privacy is essential. The best practice is to share only with authorized individuals and with patient consent as required by law. In radiography, imaging and related health information are protected, and access is limited to the care team or others with a legitimate need to know. Any disclosure beyond that requires either the patient’s explicit consent or a specific legal authorization. This safeguards confidentiality, supports trust, and aligns with privacy regulations. Sharing with family without consent, with the public, or posting on social media would violate privacy standards and is not appropriate.