Confidentiality is the foundation for trust in the patient-caregiver relationship. Efforts to maintain and protect confidential information once focused solely on paper medical records. But as communication technology has made it possible to easily store and transmit enormous amounts of medical information through computerized databases, fax machines, and the internet, there is an increased danger that confidential information may be revealed to inappropriate individuals.
After completing this course, you should be able to:
~ Describe various ways to preserve confidentiality in daily practice.
~ Identify ways to keep electronically stored information private.
~ Follow guidelines for maintaining confidentiality when leaving messages.
~ Describe how privacy rules govern conversations with coworkers.
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