A male AEMT was discussing a patient's medical condition with a female EMT who works for another service. She then repeated this information to others, and it got back to the patient. Regarding confidentiality, which of the following is TRUE?
A) The male AEMT could be charged with slander.
B) The female EMT committed an EMTALA violation.
C) Both providers violated EMTALA regulations.
D) The male AEMT violated the HIPAA law.
Answer: D
Health Professions
You might also like to view...
Clinical signs of fever include all of the following, EXCEPTÂ ________.
A. decreased heart rate B. increased respiratory rate C. shivering D. chills and sweating
Health Professions
The most effective way to control deviant overconformity is to
A. teach coaches learn more effective ways to discipline athletes. B. establish policies of zero tolerance of any form of deviance. C. hire police officers to speak with athletes about the cost of crime. D. help athletes set limits when conforming to the norms of the sport ethic.
Health Professions