A carer's request for an update without permission

Setting: A hospital ward relatives' room

An adult patient's sibling requests treatment information. The patient is able to state preferences, but permission to share details with this sibling has not been recorded.

Task

Explore the concern behind the opening: "I travelled two hours. Surely you can tell me what is going on."
Clarify the specific barrier and acknowledge its effect on the carer.
Explain the supplied next steps and respond to this possible question: "But if you ask first, my sibling might say no. Does that mean I cannot help at all?"
Check the carer can distinguish what is agreed from what needs confirmation.

A carer's request for an update without permission supplied plan

An adult patient's sibling requests treatment information. The patient is able to state preferences, but permission to share details with this sibling has not been recorded.
The nurse can ask the patient whom they want involved and what information they agree may be shared.
General visiting and contact arrangements can be discussed without disclosing the patient's treatment information.
Do not disclose results or imply family relationship alone establishes permission; the scenario includes no inability to express preferences.
I can ask your sibling whom they want involved and what information they want shared. That gives us a clear basis for an update rather than assuming from the family relationship.
I can explain general visiting and contact arrangements now without discussing treatment details. We can also ask separately whether your offer of transport help would be welcome.

Fictional exam scenario only. Supplied arrangements are not medical guidance for a real patient..