Data Protection

Question 1

what is data protection

Answer 1

maintain and protect patients information
patients expect:
- up to date, complete, clear and accurate records
- personal data to be kept confidential
- be able to access their dental records
- their records stored securely

Question 2

what constitutes data in clinical dentistry

Answer 2

clinical notes
medical history
information about lifestyle (smoking, habits)
dental charting
x-rays
casts of teeth
lab prescriptions

Question 3

what does the data protection 2018 act do

Answer 3

law around how personal data is processed including: collection, storage, use and disposal

Question 4

7 principles of data protection

Answer 4

1. lawful, fair and transparent
2. purpose limitation
3. data minimisation
4. accuracy
5. storage limitation
6. integrity and confidentiality
7. accountability

Question 5

local policies for data protection

Answer 5

NHS Tayside Protection Policy
University of Dundee Data Protection Policy

Question 6

what is a data protection officer

Answer 6

oversees an organisations data protection strategy and its implementation to ensure compliance with the act

Question 7

what is information commissioners office (ICO)

Answer 7

an independent authority which upholds information rights in the public interest, promoting openness by public bodies and date privacy for individuals
- breaches and fines

Question 8

What is a Caldicott Guardian

Answer 8

person responsible for protecting the confidentiality of peoples health and care information and making sure it is used properly
- only those who need to see the data see the data