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What does the right to control access to personal health information primarily ensure?
What does the right to control access to personal health information primarily ensure?
- That patients' information is stored indefinitely.
- That personal health details are only shared with those who need to know. (correct)
- That personal health details are shared with anyone who requests them.
- That information is available to all healthcare providers.
Which of the following aspects is NOT included in the purpose of controlling access to health information?
Which of the following aspects is NOT included in the purpose of controlling access to health information?
- Ensuring that all patients are informed about their rights. (correct)
- Limiting information sharing to legitimate reasons.
- Preventing unauthorized access to patient information.
- Facilitating treatment by allowing information sharing.
Who is primarily responsible for determining access to their personal health information?
Who is primarily responsible for determining access to their personal health information?
- Family members.
- Patients themselves. (correct)
- Insurance companies.
- Healthcare providers.
What is a possible consequence of not having control over personal health information?
What is a possible consequence of not having control over personal health information?
In what situation is sharing personal health information considered legitimate?
In what situation is sharing personal health information considered legitimate?
Flashcards
Patient privacy
Patient privacy
The right of patients to control who has access to their health information.
Health information access
Health information access
The act of sharing a patient's personal health details with only those who need to know.
Personal health details
Personal health details
Information about a patient's health, including medical history and treatment.
Legitimate reasons
Legitimate reasons
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Treatment access
Treatment access
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Study Notes
Patient Health Information Control
- Patients have the right to control access to their personal health information.
- This right ensures that only necessary individuals (e.g., healthcare providers for treatment) can access private health details.
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