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Which of the following is a state of mind, a specific place, freedom from intrusion, or control over the exposure of self or of personal information?
 
  1. Privacy
  2. Confidentiality
  3. Security
  4. HIPAA

Question 2

During an attempted carjacking, the female victim slams a car door on the male assailant's hand, possibly causing serious injuries. The assailant runs away.
 
  Local police contact the emergency department of a local hospital to determine if anyone matching the assailant's description has been treated for a hand injury. The hospital reveals that they currently have such a patient. The police ask the nurse manager to reveal the identity of the patient. It is noted that no court order has been issued. The nurse manager asks the patient to sign a consent form that allows the hospital to reveal his name and does mention the police. If the patient signs the consent form, what would it be considered? 1. Informed consent
  2. Consent
  3. HIPAA violation
  4. Breech of privacy



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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: Privacy is defined as a state of mind, a specific place, freedom from intrusion, or control over the exposure of self or of personal information.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale: Consent is the process by which an individual authorizes health care personnel to process his or her information based on an informed understanding of how this information will be used. Obtaining consent should include making the individual aware of any risks that may exist to privacy as well as measures in place to protect privacy. Prior to signing a consent form, this patient must be informed that his identity will be revealed to the police.



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