QUESTIONS 78 PAGES 2026 FINAL
PAPER PRACTICE QUESTIONS
ANSWERS ACCURATE A+
◉ The period specified by the state statute of limitations.
Answer: How long should health records be retained for malpractice,
and other claims
◉ five years.
Answer: The Medicare conditions of Participation require hospitals,
long-term care facilities, specialized providers and home-health agencies
to retain medical records for a period of no less than than ___
◉ Until patient reaches age of majority (as defined by state law).
Answer: The Medicare Conditions of Participation requires hospitals,
long-term care facilities, specialized providers and home-health agencies
retain the health information of a minor until
◉ Legal Health Record.
Answer: The official business record created by or for the healthcare
organization
◉ Informed Consent.
Answer: The process of advising a patient about treatment options
, ◉ Advance directive.
Answer: A legal document in which patient's provide instructions on
how they want to be treated in an event they become unable to
communicate their wishes
◉ Priveldged communication.
Answer: Any information communicated by a patient to a health care
provider is considered ____
◉ Breach of confidentiality.
Answer: When patient information is disclosed to others who do not
have a right to access information
◉ HIPAA.
Answer: Protects health insurance coverage for workers and their
families when they change or lose their jobs
◉ HIPAA.
Answer: Governs privacy and security of health info
◉ Health data integrity, availability and confidentialy.
Answer: HIPAA accountability aspect protects