HIPAA FLASHCARD

Front

Your friend Gabe is in the hospital having surgery. You know this because you saw his name on a patient list, but neither Gabe or his family told you about his surgery. Since he is your friend, you should call him to make sure he's OK.

Back

False

Front

Is it OK to tell Tom about Gabe?

Back

No, it is not OK to tell Tom about Gabe.

Front

You are going to make some copies and notice there is a paper left on the copy machine. What should you do with the paper?

Back

Give it to your supervisor.

Front

Is it OK to check any list of patients in the hospital to see if you know anyone who may be in the hospital?

Back

No, it is not OK.

Front

You are working with documents that contain patient information. What should you do when you are finished with the documents?

Back

Ask your supervisor if they are ready to be recycled.

Front

You are asked to do some filing-what fun! To make things more interesting, you read the paper you are filing to see what you can learn. This is OK because:

Back

Well, actually, it is NOT OK. None of the other answers are correct.

Front

Some of your friends are making jokes about a patient who happens to be their teacher and sharing it on social media. You speak up and tell them they are being rude. They tell you to learn how to take a joke. What should you do in this situation?

Back

Share this information with your supervisor.

Front

It is OK to look up my own medical information because it is all about me and since I am me, it is OK for me to see it!

Back

False

Front

Which is a HIPAA violation? You see your mom's best friend in a wheelchair being wheeled down the hall. She says hello and tells you to have your mom give her a call. She also tells you some really gross details about her operation.

Back

Telling your brother or dad all the gross details about mom's friend.

Front

if you witness a HIPAA violation, you should:

Back

Tell your supervisor or the Teen Program Assistant.