Ethics & Law · single question
To obtain a student's tetanus immunization records from their school, which form must the parent have signed?
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Correct answer: D. FERPA written consent form
- A. Incorrect. The CDC issues public health guidelines but has no waiver form for accessing school records.
- B. Incorrect. HIPAA applies to health information held by healthcare providers — school immunization records are EDUCATIONAL records protected by FERPA, not HIPAA.
- C. Incorrect. OSHA has no disclosure form for school records.
- D. Correct. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) protects student educational records, including school health/immunization records. A FERPA written consent/authorization signed by the parent/guardian is required.