Without a Patient's Written Authorization,personal Health Information (PHI)cannot Be Shared

question 18

Multiple Choice

Without a patient's written authorization,personal health information (PHI) cannot be shared with others for purposes unrelated to their healthcare.However,the Privacy Rule (HIPAA) mandates the disclosure of limited health information to satisfy specific public responsibilities.

• A)The first statement is true;the second statement is false.
• B)The first statement is false;the second statement is true.
• C)Both statements are true.
• D)Both statements are false.

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