Consider the following scenario: Mary is the receptionist for the HIM department.

Consider the following scenario: Mary is the receptionist for the HIM department. Mary’s sister was just brought into the emergency room by ambulance. Soon after her sister’s arrival, she receives a frantic phone call from her brother-in-law, asking about his wife’s condition. Mary knows that her sister is stable and feels obligated to ease his fears.  Is there an ethical violation, dilemma, or concern?