The Use and Disclosure of Personal Medical Information Is Protected

question 35

Multiple Choice

The use and disclosure of personal medical information is protected by:

• A) the Privacy Act of 1974
• B) the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996
• C) the Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986
• D) Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

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Definitions:

Differentiation

The process of distinguishing or becoming distinct in terms of identity, characteristics, or functionality.

Cephalocaudal

A pattern of growth where development begins at the head and progresses downwards toward the feet.

Differentiation

The process by which cells or tissues undergo a change toward a more specialized form or function, often in the context of development.

Protein Deficiency

A condition in which a person does not ingest adequate amounts of protein, which can lead to health problems such as muscle loss and impaired immunity.