Which practice best enhances data security in e-prescribing?

• A. Verify prescription details before transmission
• B. Ensure secure access to the e-prescribing system
• C. Transmit prescriptions over unsecured networks
• D. Store prescriptions on unencrypted devices

Answer: (B)

Controlling who can access e-prescribing data is the cornerstone of data security. Ensuring secure access to the e-prescribing system means using strong authentication, appropriate permissions, and regular audit trails so only authorized clinicians can sign in, view, or modify prescriptions. This protects patient information from exposure, tampering, or improper disclosure, even if devices are lost or networks are targeted.

Verifying prescription details before transmission helps accuracy, but it doesn’t address who is allowed to access the data. Transmitting over unsecured networks jeopardizes data in transit, and storing prescriptions on unencrypted devices leaves information at risk if a device is lost or stolen.