Under HIPAA, Members of the Press Can

question 2

Multiple Choice

Under HIPAA, members of the press can:

• A) receive inside information when they ask for a patient by name.
• B) receive the same information as any other person would when asking for a patient by name.
• C) not receive any information about a patient.
• D) call the head of the facility to find out PHI about a patient.

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Definitions:

Kidney Tubules

Part of the renal nephron where filtration, reabsorption, and secretion take place, crucial for maintaining body's electrolyte and fluid balance.

Protein

A large, complex molecule made up of one or more chains of amino acids, essential for structure, function, and regulation of the body's tissues and organs.

Significant Glucose

An elevated level of glucose in the blood that may indicate a risk for, or the presence of, diabetes or other health conditions.

Foley Catheters

A type of catheter inserted into the bladder to drain urine, often used during surgery or for patients who cannot urinate independently.