Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 71%
Simulated
A nurse is reviewing information about the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
HIPAA restricts disclosing PHI to family members without patient consent, except in specific cases like emergencies or patient incapacitation.