Veracity refers to?

• A. Confidentiality
• B. Veracity
• C. Respect
• D. Autonomy

Answer: (B)

Truth-telling and honesty in professional relationships is what veracity is about. Veracity means providing accurate, complete information to patients and not deceiving or withholding essential facts about their health, diagnoses, prognosis, or treatment options. This principle helps patients make informed decisions that align with their values and builds trust in the nurse–patient relationship. While confidentiality protects private information, respect focuses on recognizing the patient’s dignity, and autonomy is the patient’s right to make their own choices; veracity specifically centers on the accuracy and honesty of the information shared with the patient. So, veracity is about telling the truth in a way that supports informed, voluntary decision-making.