confidentiality Flashcards
5 principles of the 2018 confidentiality act
1) processed data should not exceed what is needed for a specified lawful purpose
2) data must be accurate and kept up to data
3) data must not be kept for longer than necessary for the specified purpose ;
4) appropriate measures must be taken against unauthorised or unlawful processing and against accidental loss;
5) data must not be transferred to a country outside the European economic area unless that country has adequate protection arrangements
what is explicit consent
when a patient gives you specific permission to do something , either spoken or written
what is implied consent
when a patient indicates their consent indirectly for example by bringing their prescription to you to be dispensed
what is the freedom of information act 2000
the freedom of information act 2000 seeks to promote openness and accountability of public authorities. this allows people to find out how public authorities carry out their work . from January 1st 2009, pharmacies carrying out NHS services were required to adopt a model publication scheme approved by the information commissioner.
