code of ethics and computer crime

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Assignment Instructions

Unit 8 Assignment, Part 1 of 2: Applying Ethical Concepts in Using Computers

Unit outcome(s) addressed in this Assignment:

• Discuss the concepts of privacy, confidentiality, security, and integrity as they apply to the management of electronic data.

• Recognize common threats to privacy, confidentiality, security, and integrity of data stored in electronic systems.

• Apply effective procedures for protecting data, software, and hardware.

Course outcome(s) addressed in this Assignment:

HS115-5: Demonstrate how these programs are used by healthcare professionals and in a healthcare environment.

Instructions:

Exercise 1 Applying Ethical Concepts in Using Computers in Chapter 13 Exercises.

Per the textbook instructions, complete an internet search of the code of ethics found on multiple healthcare sites. Then, using Microsoft W ord you will determine the term that best reflects your opinion of the behavior of the individual. You will then thoroughly explain the reasoning behind their answers. For example: 1. John: Computer Crime. Beth: Unethical The reason I believe John committed a computer crime is because XXXXXX…. Beth is unethical because XXXXXXX……

• In order to receive full points, you must justify your response by citing the information using APA format.

NOTE: You will not need to complete Chapter 13 Exercise 1 number 3. W hen complete, please submit your work file(s) to the Dropbox. Be sure to Upload ALL of

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your Assignment.

Use the proper naming convention: Chap13-Ex1-Student Last Name (username is your Kaplan username, XX is your course section number).

To view your graded work, come back to the Dropbox or go to the Gradebook after your instructor has evaluated it.

Make sure that you save a copy of your submitted project.

Your work is due by the end of Unit 8.

Unit 8 Assignment 1 of 2 Requirements Points possible

Points earned by student

Lists each situation and indicates their opinion of each person’s behavior as listed in the situation. – 1 pt per situation.

10

For each situation, thoroughly explains the Reasoning/justification behind their answers using citations per APA guidelines.1.5 pts per situation.

15

25 pts.

Points deducted for spelling, grammar, and/or APA errors. (See Writing Deductions Rubric in Doc Sharing)

Adjusted total points

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