HIPAA Competency Test 2020 Trivia Quiz
There are special laws in the medical sector that are designed to protect not only patient information but also intended to ensure that insurance companies do not close out people. The HIPAA competency test 2020 trivia quiz below is perfect for helping you learn as much as you can about the law and its impact on the medical society.
- 1.
Forms of Sensitive Information exist in forms of:
- A.
Printed Information
- B.
Spoken
- C.
Electronic
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the aboveExplanation
All three forms are ways of communication that information can travel between people.Rate this question:
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- 2.
An employee may only access or disclose a patient's pHI when this access is part of the employee's job duties.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Except in very limited circumstances, if an employee access or discloses PHI without a patient's written consent or without a job-related reason, the employee violates the privacy policy and HIPAA.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Patients have the right to inspect and/or receive an electronic copy of their healthcare records.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
It is part of the patient's rights that they can view and have access to their records.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which one of these statements is false based on the HIPAA Security Rule?
- A.
HIPAA Security Rule concentrates on safeguarding PHI by focusing on the confidentiality, integrity and availability of PHI.
- B.
Integrity means that data or information has not been altered or destroyed in an unauthorized manner.
- C.
Availability means that data or information is not accessible and not useable upon demand only by an authorized person.
- D.
Confidentiality means that data or information is not made available or disclosed to unauthorized persons or processes.
Correct Answer
C. Availability means that data or information is not accessible and not useable upon demand only by an authorized person.Explanation
Availability means that data or information is accessible and is useable upon demand only by an authorized person.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which are areas that employees need to be cautious when discussing patient information?
- A.
The nurse's station
- B.
The break room
- C.
Hallways
- D.
Restaurants
Correct Answer(s)
A. The nurse's station
B. The break room
C. Hallways
D. RestaurantsExplanation
All of them are open areas in which your conversation can be overheard and can disclose sensitive information.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Data should be disposed the following ways:
- A.
Regular trash
- B.
It should be destroyed. It should be kept indefinitely.
- C.
Shredded or placed in locked drawer
- D.
Magnetic media should be wiped or physically destroyed.
Correct Answer(s)
C. Shredded or placed in locked drawer
D. Magnetic media should be wiped or physically destroyed.Explanation
These are appropriate ways to dispose of data.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Fill in the Blank: Individuals who violate the Practice's Policy will be subject to: _________ _________ __________.
Correct Answer(s)
appropriate disciplinary actionExplanation
Individuals who violate the Practice's Policy will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action. This means that anyone who goes against the policies set by the Practice will face disciplinary consequences that are deemed suitable for their actions. This could include warnings, suspensions, or even termination depending on the severity of the violation. The disciplinary action will be chosen based on what is considered appropriate in order to maintain the integrity and adherence to the Practice's policies.Rate this question:
- 8.
A ___________ is lost, stolen, or improperly disposed of or hacked information.
Correct Answer(s)
BreachExplanation
A breach refers to the unauthorized access or exposure of sensitive information, either through theft, loss, improper disposal, or hacking. It signifies a security incident where confidential data is compromised, potentially leading to various consequences such as identity theft, financial loss, or reputational damage.Rate this question:
- 9.
Which one of these is not supposed to be notified when there is a breach of information?
- A.
The individuals whose information was breached
- B.
The Texas State Attorney General
- C.
The Department of Health and Human Services
- D.
Employees in the company
Correct Answer
D. Employees in the companyExplanation
Even though notifying the employees it is important so they are aware that it is occurred, it is not mandatory when having to notify about breaches.Rate this question:
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