Question

When you go to the front desk, you notice a fellow nursing assistant talking loudly to another coworker about a patient's specific health information. There are three other patients sitting in the waiting room who can hear this conversation. Why is this an issue?
A. It likely violates HIPAA.
B. It likely violates the Affordable Care Act.
C. It likely violates EHR standards.
D. It likely violates the Patient Bill of Rights.​

Answer 1

Answer:

A. It likely violated HIPAA.

Explanation:

You must protect sensitive health for the patient without their knowledge

Answer 2

A. It likely violates HIPAA