The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) ...

[rl]

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) says:
 
  1. A person's insurance can remain the same even if jobs have changed.
  2. Staff must account for all work done.
  3. Client confidentiality is strictly adhered to by staff.
  4. This is in effect for those with health insurance.

Question 2

Which of the following are barriers to implementation of evidence-based practice? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Misunderstood communication
  2. Inferior quality of available research
  3. Unwillingness of organizations to fund research
  4. Inability to assess and use the evidence

[blakeserpa]

Answer to Question 1

3
HIPAA also states that staff must monitor and keep client records secure, and have mechanisms to transfer client information securely and appropriately.

Answer to Question 2

1, 2, 3, 4
All of these are barriers to evidence-based practice.

[rl]

Excellent

[Sarahjh]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it