In addition, the security and storage of health and medical information is discussed. The OHN will find it beneficial to review the documents for guidance on issues pertaining to confiden- tiality however, these documents do not provide legal protection. The OHN should be thor- oughly familiar with all state and federal laws and regulations regarding confidentiality of health and medical information, invasion of privacy, and informed consent (e.g., ADA, HIPAA, communicable diseases laws), and the nurse’s respective state nurse practice act. 316
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