Health Care Assistant (HCA) Practice Exam · Question
Under what circumstances can an HCA share client information?
Client information can only be shared with healthcare team members who have a direct need to know, adhering to privacy and confidentiality principles.
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Question: Under what circumstances can an HCA share client information?
Answer options:
- With anyone who asks, to be helpful. ✅ Only with other healthcare team members directly involved in the client's care.
- With family members if they promise not to tell anyone else.
- Never, under any circumstances.
Correct answer: Only with other healthcare team members directly involved in the client's care.
Explanation: Client information can only be shared with healthcare team members who have a direct need to know, adhering to privacy and confidentiality principles.
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