Asked by Brajah Smith on May 05, 2024

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​Never give a patient information that is:

A) ​used as a referral for community resources
B) ​beyond your scope of practice
C) ​published by the CDC
D) provided by a patient education outside source,such as Krames StayWell

Scope of Practice

Scope of Practice defines the procedures, actions, and processes that a healthcare practitioner is permitted to undertake in keeping with the terms of their professional license.

Community Resources

Various forms of support and assistance available within a community that aim to help individuals in need or improve the quality of life.

CDC

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a national public health institute in the United States focused on preventing and controlling infectious diseases and promoting public health.

  • Understand the limits of a medical assistant's scope of practice in providing patient education.
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Anastasiia MukhinaMay 09, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Information beyond a healthcare professional's scope of practice should not be given to patients, as it could lead to misinformation and potentially harm the patient.