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Which of the following describes the responsibility of staff regarding inmate privacy and confidentiality in a correctional setting?

A core principle of inmate privacy and confidentiality is that personal information is only shared with authorized personnel when there is a legitimate 'need-to

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Question: Which of the following describes the responsibility of staff regarding inmate privacy and confidentiality in a correctional setting?

Answer options:

  • Sharing inmate personal information with family members who call the institution.
  • Discussing inmate medical information with other inmates who express concern for their peer. ✅ Only disclosing inmate information to authorized personnel on a 'need-to-know' basis.
  • Using social media to share humorous stories about inmates, removing names.

Correct answer: Only disclosing inmate information to authorized personnel on a 'need-to-know' basis.

Explanation: A core principle of inmate privacy and confidentiality is that personal information is only shared with authorized personnel when there is a legitimate 'need-to-know' for operational or safety reasons.

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