Which of the following examples demonstrates a breach of confidentiality and a violation of HIPAA?
A. Giving a report to the oncoming nurse in a conference room
B. Discussing a patient's diagnosis with the patient's health care provider
C. Providing patient information to the nursing assistant caring for the patient
D. Sharing with other nurses on the unit that a patient is HIV-positive
D
Issues of disclosure, privacy, and confidentiality are an important concern when working with patients or peers infected with blood-borne illnesses such as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or acquired immunodeficiency virus (AIDS), hepatitis, and sexually transmitted illnesses. A nurse will care for patients with these illnesses in every segment of nursing practice. A nurse should always use standard precautions as a standard of care when caring for all patients. The 1995 American Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to persons with AIDS. This federal law protects the rights of disabled people and HIV-infected patients.
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