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bobypop

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The law specifically designed to protect and regulate patient privacy is the
 
  a. Patient's Bill of Rights
  b. Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA)
  c. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
  d. Patient Self-Determination Act

Question 2

Psychotropic medications are used for older adults to
 
  a. Manage problematic behaviors
  b. Decrease the symptoms of dementia
  c. Treat psychotic features of dementia
  d. Avoid the use of restraints


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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HIPAA, enacted in April 2003, includes regulations specifically focused on patient privacy. It is a federal law binding in all states. The Patient's Bill of Rights summarizes the rights of a patient but is not specifically aimed at guarding privacy. OBRA monitors many aspects of care, including the use of restraints, and the Patient Self-Determination Act requires that patients be asked if they have living wills, have given someone durable power of attorney, or have advance directives in place.

Answer to Question 2

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Psychotropic medications are very effective in treating hallucinations, paranoia, and self-injuring behaviors associated with dementia. A pronounced side effect of psychotropic medications is sedation. Responses A, B, and D are inappropriate uses of psychotropic medications for their sedative effects.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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:D TYSM

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