A Surgical Technology Student Who Photographs a Patient and Posts

question 40

True/False

A surgical technology student who photographs a patient and posts the image on the Internet could be sued for invasion of privacy and HIPAA violation.

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Eligible Employees

Workers who meet certain criteria set by their employers or government regulations, qualifying them for specific benefits or rights.

Family and Medical Leave Act

A U.S. federal law that provides eligible employees with unpaid, job-protected leave for family and medical reasons.

Americans with Disabilities Act

A civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life.

Fair Labor Standards Act

A U.S. law that establishes minimum wage, overtime pay eligibility, recordkeeping, and child labor standards for full-time and part-time workers.