National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Medical Assistant Practice Test

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In the reception area of a medical practice, what must the computer screen be unable to do?

Be viewed by patients
Display medical records
Show updates on appointments
Provide browser access

The correct answer is: Be viewed by patients

The correct choice is related to the importance of maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to privacy regulations such as HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act). In a medical practice, it is essential that the computer screen in the reception area is designed to ensure that sensitive patient information cannot be viewed by patients or unauthorized individuals. This is critical for protecting personal health information and ensuring that patient data remains confidential. While it is necessary for the computer to be able to display information relevant to appointments or updates, those functions must be implemented in a manner that does not compromise patient privacy. Being able to display medical records or provide browser access may be necessary for staff members, but should be restricted from view of patients in the waiting area to uphold confidentiality and the trust that patients place in their healthcare providers.