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With which of the following people may an HHA share a client's medical information?

  1. Any family member of the client

  2. An insurance agent

  3. The client's doctor

  4. Only the facility administrator

The correct answer is: The client's doctor

The correct answer is the client's doctor, as healthcare providers often have a need to access a client's medical information for the purpose of providing care. Medical professionals, including doctors, are typically bound by confidentiality agreements and laws such as HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) that allow them to share and receive patient information necessary for treatment. This relationship is essential in ensuring that a client receives the most appropriate medical care and in coordinating any necessary treatments or medications. The doctor needs this information to make informed decisions regarding the client's health and treatment plan. While family members may have a vested interest in the client's health, medical information cannot be shared with them unless the client has provided consent. Similarly, insurance agents require certain information but typically must go through proper channels to obtain it and cannot receive detailed medical information directly from a health aide. Lastly, sharing information solely with the facility administrator is not correct as the administrator does not necessarily have a direct role in the client's medical treatment that would warrant access to sensitive health information.