HIPAA Was Passed in 1996 to Protect a Patient's Right

question 4

Multiple Choice

HIPAA was passed in 1996 to protect a patient's right to privacy.Nurses must obtain permission from the patient to release information,even to family members.What should the nurse say to a person on the telephone who is claiming to be a relative of the patient and is inquiring about his condition?

• A)Provide only minimal information.
• B)Explain to the person that you cannot give information over the telephone.
• C)Refer them to the physician.
• D)Refer them to the family.

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