Explain the Purpose of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability

question 25

Essay

Explain the purpose of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

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Definitions:

Eupnea

Normal, unlabored breathing at a restful rate, indicating good health and respiratory function.

Apnea Monitor

A device used to monitor breathing and alert caregivers when breathing stops or becomes irregularly shallow.

Prematurely

Occurring or happening before the expected or usual time, often used to describe births that occur before 37 weeks of gestation.

Breathing Patterns

The rhythm, depth, and rate of an individual's breathing, which can indicate health status or respiratory issues.