Patient_Confidentiality_Presentation.pptx

This Presentation is based on Patient's Confidentiality, its significance, rights and risks

1. Patient Confidentiality Importance, Rights, and Risks Presented by: R N F e t e l i k a T h o m a s M a l a e f o n o Date: J u n e 1 4 t h 2 2 4

2. Introduction What is Patient Confidentiality? Patient confidentiality refers to the practice of keeping a patient's personal health information private unless consent to release the information is provided by the patient.

3. Definition of Patient Confidentiality Key Points: - Protecting patient health information (PHI) from unauthorized access. - Legal and ethical responsibility of healthcare providers. - Includes verbal, written, and electronic information.

4. Rights of Patients Privacy Rights: - Patients have the right to expect their health information to be kept confidential. - Right to access their own health records. - Right to request corrections to their health information. Informed Consent: - Patients should be informed about how their health information will be used. - Consent must be obtained before sharing their information with third parties.

5. Importance of Patient Confidentiality Trust Building: - Maintains trust between patients and healthcare providers. Legal Compliance: - Compliance with laws like HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act). Protection from Harm: - Prevents misuse of sensitive health information that could lead to discrimination or stigmatization.

6. Risks of Leaking Patient Information Personal Risks: - Potential for discrimination in employment, insurance, and social settings. Legal Consequences: - Penalties for healthcare providers and institutions for breaches. Reputation Damage: - Loss of trust in healthcare providers and institutions.

7. Case Studies Example 1: - Describe a real-world scenario where a breach occurred and its consequences. Example 2: - Positive example where patient confidentiality was maintained successfully.

8. Best Practices for Maintaining Confidentiality Staff Training: - Regular training on privacy policies and procedures. Secure Systems: - Use of secure systems for storing and sharing patient information. Access Controls: - Limiting access to PHI to authorized personnel only.

9. Conclusion Summary: - Patient confidentiality is crucial for maintaining trust, complying with legal standards, and protecting patients. Call to Action: - Encourage NCD workers to uphold confidentiality in all interactions and processes.

10. Q&A Questions and Answers: - Open the floor for any questions from the audience.