Confidentiality and Information Handling 1 Quiz Please sign up for the course before taking this quiz. Information handling is defined as the way information is managed in order to maintain confidentiality.1 True False Most personal information that you come across with a client requires no extra protection1 True False Personal information can be discussed with authorised staff such as a case manager.1 True False Private and confidential information should be protected from unauthorised access.1 True False Before taking a photo or sharing information about clients, consent is needed.1 True False Information that is mentioned in passing or visible to someone passing by is called what? (Choose one)1 health information sensitive information unsolicited information If an individual’s personal information is revealed unintentionally, what should be done? (Choose one)1 can be shared with others must still be handled professionally and sensitively is no longer sensitive information It is everyone’s duty to protect clients receiving care and support, including their personal and private information.1 True False Personal information should be discussed where it can be heard by public or third parties.1 True False Before discussing or sharing a client’s private information, staff must: (choose one)1 all of the above prevent accidental access by others have consent identify the need for sharing A client who gives consent to sharing their details can change their decision at anytime.1 True False If someone is not able to make a decision due to their capacity, then consent is needed from whom? Choose one1 the care worker a legally appointed decision maker the case manager Client’s files or folders should be:1 shared with third parties kept closed and out of public view kept in open view Personal data contains information such as (choose one answer):1 name date of birth all of the above hair colour Data/information breaches can be severe with detrimental consequences for the client and provider.1 True False Organ donation is considered sensitive information.1 True False Back to: Confidentiality and Information Handling 1
