Ethics, Regulations, & Compliance in Health Informatics Flashcards
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Which U.S. regulation protects patient privacy and governs the security of health information?
Answer: HIPAA
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) establishes rules for the protection of personal health information.
What is the primary goal of the HITECH Act?
Answer: Encourage the adoption of electronic health records
The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act promotes the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records.
Which ethical principle ensures that patient data is not shared without proper authorization?
Answer: Confidentiality
Confidentiality in health informatics protects patient information from unauthorized access and disclosure.
Which compliance requirement ensures healthcare organizations conduct risk assessments to protect data?
Answer: HIPAA Security Rule
The HIPAA Security Rule requires organizations to assess risks and implement safeguards to protect electronic health information.
What is the primary function of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in healthcare?
Answer: Protects patient data privacy in the EU
GDPR protects the privacy and security of personal data, including patient health information, particularly in the European Union.
Which organization enforces HIPAA compliance in the United States?
Answer: OCR
The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) enforces HIPAA regulations and investigates complaints regarding data breaches and violations.