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ScribeAmerica Course: HIPAA and
Harassment Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What should a scribe do if they accidentally see a patient’s chart they weren’t assigned to?✔✔ Report the access and refrain from viewing any further information
Is it acceptable for a scribe to look up a friend’s visit summary if they are curious?✔✔ No, accessing any chart without a valid work-related reason violates HIPAA
Can a scribe discuss interesting patient cases with friends after work if names are not mentioned?✔✔ No, even without names, the details may still be identifiable and are protected
What is the correct action if a provider asks a scribe to access a patient record outside their assignment?✔✔ Clarify the purpose and access only if it’s within your role and documented
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✔✔ Report the behavior to the manager or harassment officer
Is it considered harassment if someone is repeatedly asking a co-worker out despite being told no?✔✔ Yes, repeated unwelcome advances are considered harassment
What should you do if a patient flirts or makes inappropriate comments during documentation?✔✔ Report it to the provider or clinical supervisor immediately
Can a scribe be held responsible for a HIPAA breach even if it was unintentional?✔✔ Yes, unintentional breaches must still be reported and can have consequences
Why is it important for scribes to avoid saving screenshots of patient records?✔✔ Because it is a form of unauthorized storage of protected health information
If a provider asks you to summarize a patient’s history for another staff member not involved in care, what should you do?✔✔ Decline and explain that HIPAA only allows sharing with those directly involved in care
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