Ensuring Patient Confidentiality and Information Security

Easy Management Of Care Confidentiality/information Security

A nurse is responsible for ensuring patient confidentiality and information security while providing care in the hospital setting. Identifying proper practices is essential for maintaining the privacy of patient information. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to uphold confidentiality and protect patient information? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply:

Use patient identifiers when discussing cases in a public hallway.

Ensure that all electronic health records (EHR) are password protected.

Dispose of patient documents in a secure shredding bin.

Never leave patient records unattended on a desk.

Share patient information with colleagues only when necessary for care.

Review patient information in a private setting before discussing it with the healthcare team.

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