In Setting Facility Policies for Patient Access to Their Health

question 41

Short Answer

In setting facility policies for patient access to their health information, name the two most important sources of law that the health information management (HIM) professional should consult.

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Definitions:

Cecum

The first section of the large intestine.

Pouches

Small bags or flexible containers, usually closed with a zipper or by similar means, used for holding or carrying items.

Small Intestine

The segment of the digestive system situated between the stomach and the large intestine, serving as the primary site for food digestion and nutrient absorption.

Lingual Frenulum

A flap of mucosa that holds the body of the tongue to the floor of the oral cavity.