Colorado Mental Health Jurisprudence Practice Exam

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Which professional can disclose confidential information when in consultation regarding a case where a suit has been filed?

Any licensed mental health professional
A physician or registered professional nurse involved in the case
A professional who is not related to the case
An attorney representing the client

The correct answer is: A physician or registered professional nurse involved in the case

-A A licensed mental health professional may only disclose confidential information without consent in certain limited circumstances, such as in cases involving harm to self or others. -C: A professional who is not related to the case would not have access to this information and therefore would not be able to disclose it. -D: An attorney representing the client is bound by attorney-client privilege and cannot disclose confidential information without the client's consent. Additionally, attorneys are not involved in the clinical treatment aspect of the case. -The physician or registered professional nurse involved in the case would have access to confidential information and may disclose it in the consultation for the purpose of the lawsuit.