Capella HIM4660 2021 November Week 2 Discussion (dq1+dq2) Latest

HIM4660 Information Security, Privacy, and Ethics in Health Care

Week 2 Discussion

DQ1 Subpoena

An envelope marked “Legal” is received by the mail processing center. The document it contains, which was not issued by a judge, includes a note regarding a deposition and trial for a malpractice case and a request for the HIM manager to testify in the case. Be aware that this type of document requires patient authorization.

Would you describe the document as a subpoena or court order? Explain your reasoning.

Use APA formatting guidelines to properly cite any references used in  your post.

Response Guidelines

Respond to at least one other learner. Explain why you agree or disagree with the explanation.

Learning Components

This activity will help you achieve the following learning components:

Determine the proper application of APA formatting requirements and scholarly writing standards.

Understand legal processes related to privacy and security in health care.

Apply the principles of effective composition.

DQ2 Lawsuit

A patient has filed a $1 million medical malpractice lawsuit against a hospital. The hospital administration is adamant that it is not liable. It has instructed its legal counsel to proceed toward trial where it may be absolved of liability. Besides the financial resources required to legally defend itself, what non-monetary factors must the hospital take into consideration when deciding to proceed toward trial? Research and find a documented malpractice case or lawsuit to support your discussion.

Use APA formatting guidelines to properly cite the references used in your post.

Response Guidelines

Respond to at least one other who has given different factors. Explain which of his or her factors you find most compelling and/or best supported.

Learning Components

This activity will help you achieve the following learning components:

Determine the proper application of APA formatting requirements and scholarly writing standards.

Describe requirements for the use of health information.

Apply the principles of effective composition.