Protected Health Information (PHI) Privacy, Security, and Confidentiality Best Practices

Assessment 02 – Protected Health Information
For this assessment, you will prepare a two-page interprofessional staff update on HIPAA and
appropriate social media use in health care. Before you complete the detailed instructions in the
courseroom, first select one of the settings below that will become the focus of your
interprofessional staff update.
After you have selected one of the two settings below, return to the courseroom to review the
assessment instructions and grading rubric prior to completing your assessment.
• Skilled Nursing Facility:
o Context: Skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) provide therapeutic services,
rehabilitation, and continuous nursing care for patients who aren't in an acute
phase of illness but still require specialized care. Residents often stay for
extended periods, and there's a close-knit community feel.
o Social Media Concern: Sharing moments from daily activities, therapies, or
resident interactions can breach patient privacy, even if done with the best
intentions.
Mental Health and Rehabilitation Centers:
o Context: These centers cater to individuals with mental health issues or those
undergoing rehabilitation for substance abuse. The stigma associated with
mental health and addiction makes privacy paramount.
o Social Media Concern: Discussing patient progress, sharing stories, or even
describing daily challenges can lead to unintentional disclosure of sensitive
patient information.