Practice Question
A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is caring for a client who asks to review his medical record. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
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Correct Answer:
"You will have to sign a written request for access to your record."
Rationale:
🟪 Clients have the legal right to access their own medical records, but facilities require written requests to protect confidentiality.
🟪 A written request ensures documentation and prevents unauthorized access.
🟪 This process follows HIPAA regulations, supporting safe and compliant information release.
🟪 Providing the correct procedure empowers the client while upholding privacy laws.
🟪 This response is both respectful and legally appropriate.
“You will have to explain why you want to review your medical record.”
🟪 Clients do not have to justify why they want to view their own health information.
🟪 This response violates the principle of client autonomy and privacy rights.
🟪 Asking for justification may discourage clients from accessing information they legally own.
🟪 HIPAA mandates client access without requiring explanation.
🟪 Therefore, this statement is inappropriate and incorrect.
“We’ll give you a copy of your records when preparing for discharge.”
🟪 Clients do not need to wait until discharge to view their records.
🟪 They can request access at any point during hospitalization.
🟪 Withholding access until discharge delays their legal right.
🟪 This approach does not align with HIPAA policy.
“I’m sorry, but you do not have the right to read your chart.”
🟪 This statement is a direct violation of HIPAA, which grants clients full access to their own health records.
🟪 Denying access is illegal and infringes on client rights.
🟪 It undermines transparency and autonomy in healthcare.
🟪 Such a response could result in legal consequences for the facility.
🟪 Therefore, it is completely incorrect.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Fundamentals of Nursing
- Answer Choices: 4