While working in her capacity as a certified nursing assistant at a rehabilitation facility, Beverly receives a request from Jason, the son of Mr. Isaacs, a resident. Jason explains that he is helping his father manage his insurance claims and he would like Beverly to provide him with copies of Mr. Isaacs' insurance claims processed during his stay in the facility.

Can Beverly provide this information to Jason?

a. No; Beverly must have her supervisor's permission first.
b. Yes, if the records are available at the facility.
c. Yes; Jason is a direct relative of Mr. Isaacs.
d. No; HIPAA rules must be followed for these records.

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