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