“Balancing Confidentiality and Domestic Violence in the Emergency Room: Ethical Dilemmas and Solutions”
Introduction In the high-pressure environment of the emergency room (ER), healthcare professionals face numerous ethical challenges. One of the most complex dilemmas they encounter is balancing patient confidentiality with addressing cases of domestic violence. The ER serves as a critical point of contact for victims of domestic violence seeking medical attention. Confidentiality, a fundamental ethical … Read more