The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) Requires Health

question 32

Multiple Choice

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) requires health care providers and insurers to obtain additional documentation from researchers related to assurances of patient safety and confidentiality. Which of the following is the key concern about human subjects in health care research?

• A)That all subjects are protected from the researcher getting access to their confidential information before disclosing their health information
• B)That authorization is still required even if an institutional review board grants a waiver or alteration of authorization requirements
• C)That authorization is still required even if information has been de-identified according to Privacy Rule standards
• D)That one signed authorization form for research is valid for a current research study and covers any future research projects

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Definitions:

Routine Assessment

Regular evaluations or check-ups to monitor and assess health, performance, or liability within a system or individual.

First Rattle

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Posterior Fontanel

The soft spot at the back of a newborn's skull which closes as the bones grow together.

Standing Position

A posture where an individual is upright on their feet and maintaining balance, often used in descriptions of physical examinations or exercises.