A nurse is using the Health Insurance Portability and ...

[Diane]

A nurse is using the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Which of the following situations is the nurse most likely in?
 
  a. Counseling an employee that his insurance will remain the same after changing jobs
  b. Supervising staff to ensure that all work has been completed
  c. Adhering to client confidentiality when providing care
  d. An employee takes additional time off of work to care for a sick family member

Question 2

A nursing center is going to be placed in a rural community. Which of the following would have the most power and influence on model development and team composition?
 
  a. The rural community
  b. The mayor
  c. The nursing executive
  d. The center's staff

[honnalora]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
HIPAA states that staff must monitor and keep client records secure, and have mechanisms to transfer client information securely and appropriately. Counseling about insurance, supervising staff to make sure work has been completed, and taking additional time off of work is not part of HIPAA.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The fundamental premise of any nursing center is that the community has the most power and influence. The mayor, nursing executive, and staff do not have as much power as that of the community.