A New Nurse Notes That the Health Care Unit Keeps

A new nurse notes that the health care unit keeps a listing of patient names in a closed book behind the front desk of the nursing station so patients can be located easily. Which action is most appropriate for the nurse to take?

A) Talk with the nurse manager about the listing being a violation of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) .
B) Use the book as needed while keeping it away from individuals not involved in patient care.
C) Move the book to the upper ledge of the nursing station for easier access.
D) Ask the nurse manager to move the book to a more secluded area.

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