Discuss the security standards set forth by HIPAA regarding electronic health information including the three (3) components of the regulation – administrative, physical, and technical safeguards.

This discussion question is comprised of two parts. (25 points) (A 1½-page response is required for the combination of parts A and B.)

Part A	Discuss the security standards set forth by HIPAA regarding electronic health information including the three (3) components of the regulation – administrative, physical, and technical safeguards. (15 points)
Part B	What is a risk assessment/analysis and how does it support the efforts of HIPAA compliance? (10 points)

Part A

Discuss security-related issues that occur in the nursing unit and in clinical health care. Address drug diversion, access controls, and physical layout. (25 points) (A 1½-page response is required.)

Part B

Discuss JCAHO’s efforts to ensure patient safety, specifically addressing the tracer methodology and sentinel events. (25 points) (A 1½-page response is required.)

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