Compare the difference between consent and authorization in the context of HIPAA

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Consent here refers to HIPAA consent, which is inferred from the patient receiving a copy of the Privacy Policy and allows the provider to share PHI for treatment of the patient, obtaining payment for the visit and operation of the medical practice or facility (for example staffing and scheduling). Authorization is not automatic and requires a form signed by patients or their representatives for each type of disclosure.

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A) Fractured pelvis B) Compression fracture of the lumbar or sacral spine C) Hip dislocation D) None of the above

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A/An ________ communication device is any device that helps a person communicate.

A) augmentative B) diminutive C) impaired D) None of the above

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Resorption that follows a path from inside out, or a widening of the root canal of the tooth, is external resorption

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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If a patient is 150 cm tall, what is her approximate height in feet and inches?

a. 4 feet, 6 inches b. 4 feet, 11 inches c. 5 feet, 6 inches d. 5 feet, 11 inches

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