Question

You are working in a medical office and learn that an 18-year-old college student is keeping something very important from her parents. You see her mother sitting in the waiting room and know that she would be able to help and support the girl if she knew about the problem. What can you do?

Answer 1

Nothing. HIPPA. You can suggest the 18 year old to say something, but you are bound by law to keep her secret unless she is in danger of hurting herself or others.

Answer 2

Answer:

Tell her mother the problem

Explanation:

She will not break HIPPA you only break HIPPA only if you tell a stranger a patient business