Chapter 2, Problem 2.6.3C

Identify grounds for suspending or revoking alicense or registration.

discuss how one’s economic, racial or cultural background may impact their health.

Describe the nuances of the terms medical records and health information. Why does HIPAA use the latter term?

What does the statement “If it isn’t documented, it was not done.” mean in terms of compliance with health record documentation? What type of issues could lack documentation create?

State the uses of vital Statistics in your professional life (if you are, in-health care profession or in any other profession)

"The health care agency owns the data in it's computer system and is therefore free to do whatever it chooses with that data." Is this accurate? What issues does this statement raise?

Why should't electronic health records be made available to current or potential employers? Why shouldn't anyone else have access to your personal health records other than yourself and your doctors?

Illustrate how the technology of electronic record has altered healthcare administration and patient care. Include at least four points of comparison/contrast and analyze the implications. An actual or hypothetical situation may be used for example. Any actual situation should be presented as a hypothetical one, with any names and other identifying information change to protect anonymity.

List six (6) factors that can influence the person’s ability to void