HS-IHS-06+Legal+Resposibilities

=HS-IHS-6= = Demonstrate an understanding of the legal responsibilities, limitations, and implications of their actions within the healthcare delivery setting. Evaluate the importance of their duties according to regulations, policies, laws and legislated rights of clients. =
 * 6.1 Analyze the basic legal responsibilities of healthcare workers in regards to torts, malpractice, and negligence, invasion of privacy, privileged communication, patient/client confidentiality, and informed consent.
 * 6.2 Discuss patients’ rights and responsibilities.
 * 6.3 Explain standards for Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
 * 6.4 Describe advance directives.
 * 6.5 Evaluate the importance of institutional policies and procedures.

=Resources:=
 * Introduction to Healthcare Science at CTAERN - see unit 7