2. ATI: 6.Informatics Flashcards
1
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informatics
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use of information technology as a communication and information gathering tool that supports clinical decision making and scientifically based nursing practice
2
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information technologies
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- electronic medical record
- bar coding and auto-identification systems
- electronic prescribing
- telehealth
- handheld and portable computer systems
3
Q
electronic health care data
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- allergies
- medical and surgical history
- prior diagnostic studies
- consultations
- immunization status
- health insurance
- demographics
- legal information
4
Q
issues with electronic health records
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- privacy
- Privacy Act of 1974
- Confidentiality
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1966 (HIPAA)
- Security
- legal guidelines
5
Q
privacy
A
Privacy Act of 1974
6
Q
confidentiality
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Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1966 (HIPAA)
7
Q
Security
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legal guidelines
8
Q
role of nurses in new technology initiatives
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- use of new initiatives in practice
- integration of new initiatives into the health care setting
- development of guidelines and best practice standards detailing new initiative
9
Q
information and computer literacy
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essential skills for nurses functioning at all levels
10
Q
web-based information
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- quick and dirty searching
- brute force
- links
- keep the intended recipient of information in mind
11
Q
evaluating web-based information
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- accuracy
- objectivity
- currency
- usability
- author expertise
12
Q
beginning student nurses
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- responsible for the use of information technologies in the provision of client care
- use appropriate search engines and databases
- validate accuracy and reliability of information found
- use of information technologies to document and record client findings and progress
- maintain security and confidentiality of client information
13
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advanced student nurse
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- be able to identify the multifaceted role information technology plays in the health care setting
- integrate information technology and information literacy to support the provision of safe, quality care
- use of information technologies to communicate and collaborate with other members of the healthcare team
