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Which of the following are common causes of breaches?

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All of the above Breaches are commonly associated with human error at the hands of a workforce member. Improper disposal of electronic media devices containing PHI or PII is also a common cause of breaches. Theft and intentional unauthorized access to PHI and PII are also among the most common causes of privacy and security breaches. Another common cause of a breach includes lost or stolen electronic media devices containing PHI and PII such as laptop computers, smartphones and USB storage drives. Lost or stolen paper records containing PHI or PII also are a common cause of breaches.

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All of the above

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All of the above (answer) Theft and intentional unauthorized access to PHI and personally identifiable information (PII) Human error (e.g. misdirected communication containing PHI or PII) Lost or stolen electronic media devices or paper records containing PHI or PII

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