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jc611

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Why is it especially important for the public health nurse giving direct care to clients to know federal legislation?
 
  A. Such knowledge will allow the nurse to inform clients of existing federal programs for which the client may be eligible.
  B. The nurse may then be aware of new employment opportunities.
  C. The nurse must uphold the law unless the federal and state laws are in conflict.
  D. The nurse will better be able to protect himself/herself from nuisance suits by knowing all the legal safeguards.

Question 2

In what way did the 1996 Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) affect nursing practice? Select all that apply.
 
  A. It established a procedure for the client to choose with whom he or she wants information shared.
  B. All care providers must assist clients in submitting claims for insurance reimbursement.
  C. All health agencies must tell clients exactly with whom their personal information will be shared.
  D. All health agencies must help clients establish insurance eligibility.
  E. All health agencies must ensure that only persons immediately involved in the client's care have access to the client's health records.
  F. All health care providers must protect client confidentiality by not writing any personal information in their medical record.



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mrphibs

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C, E




jc611

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Reply 2 on: Jul 8, 2018
Gracias!


deja

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

 

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