Question

question 18 of 30
am i permitted to look up my sick father’s medical record?
○ yes, if your father gives verbal permission
○ yes, if your father signs a written consent
○ no. staff are not permitted to access anyone’s phi, including their own, unless it is part of their work responsibility

Explanation:

This question relates to the access of Protected Health Information (PHI). The option "No. Staff are not permitted to access anyone’s PHI, including their own, unless it is part of their work responsibility" aligns with standard healthcare privacy policies (like HIPAA - Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) which restrict access to PHI unless it is for work - related purposes, even for family members without proper authorization processes (and verbal or just a family member's written consent in a non - compliant process may not be sufficient as per strict privacy protocols). The other options suggest that access is permitted with just verbal or a family - provided written consent which is not in line with typical privacy regulations for PHI.

Answer:

No. Staff are not permitted to access anyone’s PHI, including their own, unless it is part of their work responsibility