Law passed by Congress in 1996 that mandates how paper and electronic health information is cared for and monitored.

What will be an ideal response?


Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Public Law 104-191

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Protection for the physician/employer by the healthcare professional is best accomplished by

A) having a job description with clearly defined responsibilities, duties, and necessary skills. B) using extreme care when performing his or her job. C) carrying out only those procedures for which he or she is trained. D) all of the above.

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Professionals have certain societal ____________________ to apply their knowledge for the good of the community

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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In case of emergency, ____________________ stations are required in each facility by law

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The Air Carrier Access Act of 1986 (ACAA) prohibits discrimination against people with disa-bilities by air carriers. However, airlines may exclude someone from flying if _______________

A. The person's disability results in an appearance that would offend someone B. There is a risk of affecting the safety of the flight C. There are other people with disabilities on the flight already and the staff would be inconvenienced D. They did not give prior notice of special needs to preboard

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