A student goes to the hospital to assess her patient the night before clinical. The student writes the patient's medications and abnormal labs in her notebook. This action is a violation of HIPAA policy?
Yes, this action is a violation of HIPAA policy. The student should not be writing down any patient information outside of the hospital's secure EHR system and should only access patient information that is necessary for their care. Additionally, the student should ensure that the patient's privacy is protected at all times.
Yes, writing a patient's medications and abnormal labs in a notebook can potentially be a violation of HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) policies. This is because patient information needs to be protected and kept confidential. While taking notes is often necessary for healthcare professionals, it is important to ensure that patient identifiable information is not disclosed or accessible to unauthorized individuals. Instead, healthcare professionals should use secure electronic systems or lockable containers for storing patient information.
