Why C is correct
Encryption transforms ePHI into an unreadable ciphertext that requires a decryption key to convert back to readable form.
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Technical Safeguards
Covers technical safeguards concepts and practices within HIPAA.
This question belongs to the "Technical & Physical Safeguards" domain, which makes up about 15% of the HIPAA exam.
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