COM COM Compliance and Risk Management 2

Question 1

What is a 'conflict of interest' in a professional office environment?

Accepted Answer

A situation where personal interests could improperly influence professional decisions

Answer

A conflict of interest arises when personal relationships or financial interests could compromise an employee's objectivity or professional judgment.

Question 2

Which of the following is a common internal control used to prevent financial fraud in an office?

Accepted Answer

Segregation of duties, ensuring no single person controls all steps of a transaction

Answer

Segregation of duties divides financial tasks among multiple employees, reducing the opportunity for any single person to commit and conceal fraud.

Question 3

What is the role of a business continuity plan (BCP) in office risk management?

Accepted Answer

To ensure critical business functions can continue during and after a disruptive event

Answer

A BCP outlines procedures to maintain essential operations during disruptions such as natural disasters, cyberattacks, or power outages.

Question 4

What does 'due diligence' mean in the context of vendor selection for an office manager?

Accepted Answer

Thoroughly researching and verifying a vendor's reputation, compliance, and financial stability before contracting

Answer

Due diligence in vendor selection involves verifying credentials, financial health, compliance history, and references to minimize risk.

Question 5

Which U.S. regulation most directly governs data privacy obligations for healthcare-related information managed by an office?

Accepted Answer

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)

Answer

HIPAA sets the federal standard for protecting sensitive patient health information and applies to covered entities and their business associates.

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