HIPAA Basic Trivia Test! Quiz
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What does HIPAA stand for?
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Health information for activist accountants
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Health insurance portability and accountability act
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A rare American hippo
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Oprah's network
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Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 was put in place to safeguard people when it came to keeping their medical information safe. The law is to be followed by medical facilities, and any information that is given out is seen as a breach. Take up the quiz below and test your understanding of some of the HIPAA basics.
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Which of the following is an example of poor privacy practices?
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Discussing a patient's condition in the lobby
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Leaving yuour computer screen on in plain view
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Sharing information with your family about a patient
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All of the above
Correct Answer
A. All of the aboveExplanation
The correct answer is "all of the above." This is because all the given options demonstrate poor privacy practices. Discussing a patient's condition in a public area like a lobby violates their right to confidentiality. Leaving your computer screen on in plain view can expose sensitive information to unauthorized individuals. Sharing patient information with your family without a legitimate reason or consent also breaches privacy regulations. Therefore, all of these actions exhibit poor privacy practices.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is not considered pHI?( Protected Health Information)
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Diagnosis of patient's condition
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Medication patient is on
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Information on hairdressers appointment
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Information on doctor's appointment
Correct Answer
A. Information on hairdressers appointmentExplanation
Information on hairdressers appointment is not considered PHI because it does not involve any personal health information. PHI refers to any information related to an individual's physical or mental health, healthcare services received, or payment for healthcare services. In this case, the hairdressers appointment does not pertain to the patient's health or healthcare, so it is not considered PHI.Rate this question:
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What do you do if approached by someone asking for health information on a patient?
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Tell them to get lost
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Refer them to receptionist
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Refer them to the charge nurse as you are unable to give any information
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Tell them to call the lawyer
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A. Refer them to the charge nurse as you are unable to give any informationExplanation
When approached by someone asking for health information on a patient, it is important to refer them to the charge nurse. As a healthcare professional, it is not within your scope of practice to disclose patient information to unauthorized individuals. The charge nurse is responsible for managing patient care and can appropriately handle any inquiries or requests for information.Rate this question:
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The development of policies and procedures that address e-pHI security would fall under which type of safeguard required by the security rule of HIPPA?
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Physical
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Technical
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Administrative
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Electronic
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A. AdministrativeExplanation
The development of policies and procedures that address e-PHI security would fall under the administrative safeguard required by the security rule of HIPAA. Administrative safeguards involve the implementation of policies and procedures to manage the selection, development, implementation, and maintenance of security measures. These safeguards are essential for ensuring the protection of electronic protected health information (e-PHI) and maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations.Rate this question:
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