A student is notified that her son's ex-wife has been admitted to the hospital. The student reviews the ex-wife's electronic health record. This action is a violation of HIPAA policy.
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Yes, reviewing someone's electronic health record without their authorization or a valid reason is a violation of HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) policy. Under HIPAA regulations, healthcare providers are required to maintain the privacy and security of patient health information. Accessing someone's health record without a legitimate purpose or authorization is considered a breach of their privacy rights.