NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
HEALTH INFORMATICS
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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A breach of privacy affects only the patient
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Patients do not have a right to file a private lawsuit under HIPAA. There are civil and criminal penalties for improper disclosure of personal health information.
Detailed explanation-2: -Breach means the acquisition, access, use, or disclosure of protected health information in a manner not permitted under subpart E of this part which compromises the security or privacy of the protected health information.
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