Module 1 - FIP Principles Flashcards
Accountability
Privacy officer
Identifying purpose
Brochure given to patient outlining why the information is being collected
Consent
Includes understanding why the information is being collected
Limiting Collection
Information to be used for stated uses
Limit Use; Disclosure; Retention
Personal information to be kept for a minimum period of time
Accuracy
Permits correction of the information
Safeguards
Confidentiality agreements
Openness
Transparency
Individual Access
Patient to provide enough information so their request can be fulfilled
Challenging compliance
Complaint procedure
Confidential agreements
Safeguards
Permits correction of the information
Accuracy
Privacy Officer
Accountability
Complaint procedure
Challenging compliance
Includes understanding why the information is being collected
Consent
Transparency
Openness
Information to be used for stated uses
Limiting Collection
Brochure given to patient outlining why the information is being collected
Identifying Purpose
Patient to provide enough information so their request can be fulfilled
Individual Access
Reason to collect the personal information
Identifying Purpose
Need to obtain patient consent if information previously collected is to be used for a NEW purpose other than direct patient care
Identifying Purpose
The organization is responsible for all personal information under its control
Accountability
Knowledge and Consent of the individual are required with a few exceptions: a minor, seriously ill, mentally incapacitated, or for legal or security reasons
Consent
it can be given by completing a form, use of a check box, verbal or at the time the individual uses the product or service.
Consent
Personal info collected is limited to the reasons needed by the organization and in legislation
Limiting Collection
To be collected by fair and legal means
Limiting Collection
Personal information is to be used solely for why it was collected
Limiting Use, disclosure and Retention
Personal information will be kept only as long as necessary, for the main purpose, and as required by law (usually 1 year under FIPPA)
Limiting Use, disclosure and Retention
There are established procedures and guidelines for destroying no longer required personal information. Burning, shredding, erasing, etc.,
Limited Use, disclosure and Retention
Keep personal information accurate, complete and current in order to fulfill purposes and to ensure that inappropriate decisions are not made regarding an individual
Accuracy
Allows for information to be corrected
Accuracy
Personal information shall be protected against theft, loss, unauthorized access, disclosure copying use, or modification.
Safeguards
Policies and procedures relating to the personal information management can be readily available to the individual (brochures, mailouts, toll free number)
Openness
When requested by an individual, he/she will be told of the existence, use and disclosure of their personal information and given access to it.
Individual Access
Individuals can challenge the accuracy and completeness and have it amended as appropriate.
Individual Access
Reasons for denial shall be told to the individual upon request
Individual Access
30 working days in B.C. is a reasonable response time, and make it presentable so it’s understood
Individual Access
An organization must have procedures in place to receive and respond to complaints and inquiries.
Challenging Compliance
Any organization must notify an individual who makes inquiries or complaints about its existence.
Challenging compliance
