Coordinated CareQuestion 8 of 120
Which situation represents a breach of client confidentiality under HIPAA?
a.Reporting a client's abuse suspicion to authorities
b.Sharing information with the treating physician
c.Giving a shift report to the oncoming nurse
d.Discussing a client's diagnosis with a friend not involved in care
Explanation
Sharing protected health information with someone not involved in the client's care violates confidentiality. Reporting mandated concerns, communicating with the care team, and giving hand-off report are permitted. Only those with a need to know may access information.
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