LECTURE III Flashcards
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what is the term used that does not necessarily involve others (non-relational)?
privacy
what is the term used as relational; involves more than one person?
confidentiality
what are the exceptions to confidentiality?
suspected child abuse
suspected drug abuse
communicable disease
injuries from guns or knives
blood transfusions
poison and industrial accidents or work related illness
others where the state might a legitimate interest
this is the term used when the treating physicians and other healthcare professionals involved in the patients care have access to patient records?
legitimate interest rule
this policy is used as an attempt to legally bind hospitals, doctors, providers, third parties
requires electronic security measures
patients can access
requires providers tell patients that their privacy is being protected
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
what are the two basic purposes of why confidentiality is essential?
acknowledge a respect for the individuals right to privacy
provides a bond between practitioner and patient that allows for full and honest disclosure of information
done carefully with respect, through proper channels perhaps with legal consultation or peer involvement?
whistle blowing
emotional, strong language too public unfairly accuses others of unsubstantiated wrong doing?
disparagement
this is a term used to describe a set of circumstances that creates a risk that professional judgement or actions regarding a primary interest will be unduly influenced by a secondary interest?
conflict of interest
these are examples of what, which make it look unethical?
industry sponsored education seminars
patient pharma guidelines written by people with financial ties to companies who make those drugs
doctors receiving grants or sources of income and other HCP receiving gifts
conflict of interest
