Comp 2.1.2

Question 1

What is the data protection act?

Answer 1

This act is designed to store and protect personal data

It allows people to legally control information about themselves

Question 2

What are some principles using 8 principles of Data Protection act?

Answer 2

1. Obtained and processed lawfully
2. Processed for limited purposes
3. Adequate, relevant and not excessive
4. Accurate and up-to-date
5. Not kept for longer than necessary
6. Processed in line with an individuals rights
7. Secure
8. Not transferred to other countries with or t adequate protection

Question 3

What do you do if a px refuses to consent to use their record?

Answer 3

You should not state consent was obtained and this record must not be shown to your examiner

Question 4

What do you do if another practice requests a copy of your px’s rx?

Answer 4

You should speak to the px and get their consent 1.confirm their details 2.write consent obtained when rx forwarded

Question 5

What would you do if a px refuses to give consent to keep any record of the sight test you were about to conduct ?

Answer 5

You would let them know that you legally cannot do the test without keeping records you cannot protect yourself or the company from any legal allegation