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PMP · Question 32 · Task 1: Plan and manage project compliance

A project manager is leading a healthcare technology implementation that must comply with HIPAA regulations, FDA medical device requirements, and state privacy laws. During planning, the team discovers that some of the proposed technical solutions may not fully comply with all regulatory requirements, and the compliance landscape is complex with overlapping jurisdictions. What should the project manager do FIRST?

Answer options:

A.

Engage regulatory compliance experts to conduct a comprehensive compliance assessment and develop a compliance strategy

B.

Choose the most restrictive requirements from each regulation to ensure full compliance

C.

Implement the technical solutions and address compliance issues as they arise

D.

Delay the project until all regulatory requirements are clarified by the relevant authorities

How to approach this question

Look for approaches that engage appropriate expertise to understand complex compliance requirements and develop comprehensive strategies.

Full Answer

A.Engage regulatory compliance experts to conduct a comprehensive compliance assessment and develop a compliance strategy✓ Correct
Complex regulatory compliance requires expert analysis to understand requirements, identify conflicts, and develop comprehensive strategies that ensure full compliance while maintaining project feasibility.

Common mistakes

Students often choose simple rule-based or reactive approaches rather than recognizing the need for expert analysis in complex regulatory environments.

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