T-Mobile LTE 7:47 AM * 52%. To Do Assignment 7: Ethics Detail Submission Grade A

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T-Mobile LTE 7:47 AM * 52%. To Do Assignment 7: Ethics Detail Submission Grade Assignment 7: Ethics Due: Jul 23, 2018 at 11:59 PM Discuss a medical legal or medical ethical scenario. The situation may be in the news illustrating the need for medical ethics; or it may be an example from your own personal experience (but please maintain patient confidentiality). Choose your words carefully and temper your opinions. Stick with the facts when pointing out the ethical dilemma Reminder: Be kind to one another as everyone has a slightly different viewpoint about morals and ethics - This is a graded discussion. - Please be aware that you will not be able to see any discussion posts, until after you have posted - Select the blue "Submit Assignment" button and type your response in the text box Dashboard Calendar TO DO Notifications Inbox

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MEDICAL ETHICAL ISSUE:-
=> PROTECTING PATIENT PRIVACY AND CONFIDENTIALITY:-
- Confidentiality is recognized by law as privileged communication between two parties in a professional relationship, such as with a patient and a physician.
-confidentiality is needed not only for legal issues but also for doctor patient relationship.
-Violating a patient’s privacy and confidentiality can have legal and ethical consequences for healthcare providers and professionals.
-Patients’ medical information is protected by the HIPAA(Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act).
-In modern days increases in data breaches and use of smartphone highlight the ongoing need to understand this ethical issue.

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