Sexual Misconduct Is Still One of the Major Causes for Malpractice

question 14

True/False

Sexual misconduct is still one of the major causes for malpractice actions against mental health providers.

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Definitions:

Criminal Case

A legal proceeding involving the government prosecuting an individual accused of breaking the law.

HIPAA Privacy Rule

A set of national standards created to protect individuals' medical records and other personal health information.

Personal Health Information

Any data related to a person's physical or mental health, healthcare history, or payment for healthcare services, which is protected for privacy.

Durable Power Of Attorney

Also known as health care power of attorney, it is an instruction from the patient to all who might need to know that the patient has empowered a representative to make health care decisions and the discontinuation of life support.