While Working on the Pediatric Unit, the Nurse Recognizes a Neighbor

Multiple Choice

While working on the pediatric unit, the nurse recognizes a neighbor whose child has been admitted to the hospital pediatric intensive care. Out of curiosity, the nurse visits the PICU and reviews the child's chart for information about the child's diagnosis. This nurse:

A) Has violated HIPAA laws.
B) Was working within the legal limitations of his/her job.
C) Was not guilty of violating HIPAA laws unless the nurse shares the information with someone outside the hospital.
D) Was working as a member of the health care team to provide family-centered nursing.