The doctrine of professional discretion means that a physician may determine if a patient is mentally fit to view his/her own medical record.

Hearing impaired is an appropriate term to use when describing someone that is deaf.

A neurosis is an emotional disorder involving a counterproductive way of dealing with mental stress.

Private citizens can initiate a criminal lawsuit to recover damages if their health records are released inappropriately.

What is the most common means of genetic testing during pregnancy?

A patient’s diagnosis of a sexually transmitted infection can be supplied to the health department and still be in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.

Alzheimer’s disease is a disease characterized by gradual deterioration in brain function.

Medical etiquette is the same as medical ethics.

Excessive body hair in a masculine pattern is known as hirsutism.

What is the primary purpose of HIPAA?