A nurse has just been hired as a medical information system (MIS) trainer at a hospital where an electronic medical record is being installed. The nurse has been asked to assess the security of the client's medical records
According to the Security Rule of HIPAA, which recommendations by the nurse will enhance security? Select all that apply.
A) Assign each staff member a unique username and password.
B) Install a firewall.
C) Store computer-generated materials in a locked vault.
D) Turn monitors away from view when unattended.
E) Assign each unit unique passwords.
Answer: A, B
The Security Rule of HIPAA includes the assignment of individual passwords to each staff member for logging on and off computer files. Firewall installations will also enhance the security of client records. Client information should not be displayed if the terminal is unattended, regardless of which direction the monitor faces; never leave a monitor unattended after logging on. Computer-generated materials should be shredded when no longer needed.
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