The HIPAA Privacy Requirements, Which Went into Effect on April

question 40

True/False

The HIPAA privacy requirements, which went into effect on April 14, 2003, limited the release of protected health information without the patient's knowledge and consent.

---

Definitions:

Tactile Perception

The sense and understanding of the world through touch.

Self-Care Deficit

A situation where an individual is unable to attend to their personal care needs, requiring assistance or intervention.

Gustatory

Related to the sense of taste or the tasting of substances.

Oral Hygiene

Practices aimed at maintaining the cleanliness of the mouth and teeth, crucial for preventing dental diseases such as tooth decay and gum disease.