NR548 Week 8: Exam 4

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NR548 Week 8: Exam 4 

Question 1
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for telemedicine should include which of the following? (Select all that apply)
Answers: A – D

A. Approved medication list 
B. Patient identification 
C. Backup plan for technical problems 
D. Consent forms 

Question 2
Which action by the PMHNP meets security standards for the delivery of telepsychiatry services?
Answers: A – D

A. Using a device with a passphrase security 
B. Using encrypted audio and visual transmission 
C. Using software that stores client data
D. Using HIPAA compliant software 

Question 3
For what purposes can the PMHNP share protected health information with other health care providers without written consent?
(1) Treatment
(2) Consultation
(3) Case management
(4) Coordination of care
Answers: A – D

A. 1, 2 and 4
B. 1, 2, 3 and 4 
C. 1 and 2
D. 2

Question 4
Are there any special considerations for the PMHNP when initiating telepsychiatry services for an established 16-year-old client?
Answers: A – D

A. Yes, the Ryan Haight Act prohibits telepsychiatry for minors.
B. No, federal and state laws are the same for in-person services and telepsychiatry.
C. No, adolescents can provide their own consent for telepsychiatry.
D. Yes, the PMHNP must verify whether state laws require additional parental consent for telepsychiatry. 

Question 5
The PMHNP is working as a school counselor. A 17-year-old student is having mental health concerns including thoughts of self-harm. Can the PMHNP share these with the student’s parents?
Answers: A – D

A. No, student information is protected under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
B. Yes, student information is allowed to be under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
C. Yes, disclosures to protect the safety of children are permitted under HIPAA. 
D. No, student information is protected under HIPAA.

SOLUTION:

Question 1

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for telemedicine should include which of the following? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answers: A, B, C, D

Telemedicine SOPs must be comprehensive and address clinical, legal, and ethical requirements to ensure quality care. This includes having an approved medication list (A) to maintain prescribing safety and compliance with regulatory standards. Patient identification (B) is essential to verify that the correct individual is receiving treatment, reducing the risk of medical errors. SOPs should also include a…………………………………………………………..Get a complete solution at $ 19.99