Which action should the nurse take when handling and disposing of patient information?
a. Keep patient information to take home for disposal.
b. Use programmed speed-dial keys when faxing.
c. Throw hand-written notes about the patient in the trash.
d. Place fax machines in a public place.
B
Use programmed speed-dial keys when faxing to eliminate the chance of a dialing error and misdirected information. Place fax machines in a secure area, not a public area. Patient information must be shredded, and taking patient information home or throwing in the trash is breaking confidentiality.
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