Explain which laws and regulations apply to this situation. How would you interpret these laws and regulations when making a decision?

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In such a situation, there are several laws and regulations that apply. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), protects patient privacy by requiring that all uses or disclosures of health information be approved by patients, unless required otherwise by law. Additionally, the Professional and Ethical Compliance Code for Behavior Analysts requires that any decision made in regards to a patient’s care should be based on evidence-based practices and delivered with respect for autonomy.

When making decisions regarding a patient’s care, I would interpret these laws and regulations according to their intent: protecting patients’ rights while providing them with quality care based on best practices. It is important to ensure that decisions made are in compliance with HIPAA regulations to maintain the privacy of patients’ information and to use evidence-based practice whenever possible.