The HITECH Act has placed additional obligations for privacy and security on business associates and also extends the threat of civil and criminal penalties for violations of privacy and security standards to business associates.?

A patient does not speak English and no family members are available to translate. Which other options are available to you to facilitate communication with the patient?

A) Write questions on a pad B) Check with dispatch or use a toll-free interpreter line C) Proceed with your primary exam D) Treat the patient as if he is unconscious

A diabetic patient is prescribed chlorpropamide 150 mg po bid. The pharmacy has chlorpropamide 100 mg scored tablets. How many tablets must this patient take per dose?

A. ½ tablet B. 1 tablet C. 1 ½ tablets D. 2 tablets