Practice Question
A nurse manager observes an unknown man in a laboratory coat making copies of a client's medical record. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take first?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Approach the man and ask why he is making copies.
Rationale:
🧠The nurse must act immediately to address a potential breach of patient confidentiality.
🧠 Approaching the individual directly allows the nurse to assess whether the man is authorized to access and copy protected health information (PHI).
🧠If the man is unauthorized, the nurse can then escalate the situation appropriately.
🧠 Acting first prevents further unauthorized disclosure and demonstrates ethical and legal responsibility regarding HIPAA compliance.
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Leadership & Management
- Answer Choices: 4