Problem:
You're a new HIM professional at a busy hospital. A frantic doctor approaches you, requesting access to a patient's medical records. The patient is unconscious and has no designated healthcare proxy. The doctor believes the patient's medical history is critical for immediate treatment and potentially life-saving. However, you're unsure if the doctor has a legitimate need to access the entire medical record, and you're concerned about potential privacy violations. Would you involve anyone else in this situation? If so, who and why? Want Online Tutoring?