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Principle that binds the practitioner to hold in strict confidence those things learned about a patient in the course of medical practice?
confidentiality
Example of confidentiality?
In healthcare, HIPPA laws protect patient confidentiality. Patient medical information can not be given over the phone to anyone claiming to know the patient without express permission from the patient.
Why is confidentiality so critical in the medical environment?
Because - the only people allowed to see a patient's medical record are (a) the patient themselves, and (b) medical professionals. Without confidentiality, anyone could read the record and find out facts about a patient they might not want everyone to know !
Could you give examples for confidentiality?
Patient confidentiality is of primary importance to the medical profession. Confidentiality should not be assumed by those students engaging in plagiarism.
If a receptionist sends check up reminder for patient to someone other than patient is that considered patient-doctor confidentiality?
Which of the following might constitute breach of patient-doctor confidentiality? A. Medical assistant phones patient to convey test results B. Medical assistant looks at patient's medical records C. Receptionist with no medical training makes appointment for patient D. Receptionist sends checkup reminder for patient to someone other than patient
Can a doctor sued for malpractice reveal medical information about patient?
A doctor can be sued for breaking doctor/patient confidentiality.
Would a receptionist with no medical training constitute a breach for patient-doctor?
Would a receptionist with no medical training constitute a breach for patient-doctor confidentiality?
What term is used to describe a practitioner who injuries a patient due to a failure to perform his duty?
When a medical practitioner injures a patient due to failure to perform his duty, it is referred to as medical malpractice. When a doctor commits medical malpractice, they can be prosecuted in court and may be reprimanded or have their medical license suspended. The court system may also award monetary compensation to that patient that was harmed by malpractice.
When was patient confidentiality federally protected?
As of 2003, patient confidentiality was protected by federal statute.
Who uses a presciption?
Prescription is an instruction written by a medical practitioner that authorizes a patient to be issued with a medicine or treatment.
Can you release medical records to other than the patient?
Medical records can't be released to anyone without signed consent from the patient. There are laws that protect the privacy of patients and their medical information called HIPPA.
What term is used to describe a practitioner who injuries a patient due to a failure to perform his?
The term for the actions of a practitioner who causes injury to a patient through negligence or carelessness is malpractice. Medical practitioners must hold insurance to compensate patients.
