Because social media is primarily a means of communication, the standard of care that is most applicable is found in which legislative act that deals with breaches of patient privacy and confidentiality?
A) Affordable Care Act
B) Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
C) Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act
D) Emergency Treatment and Active Labor Act

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The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is the legislative act that deals with breaches of patient privacy and confidentiality, which is most applicable to the context of social media as a means of communication in healthcare.

Because Social Media Is Primarily a Means of Communication, the Standard