A5 - information and data Flashcards
what is data?
facts or information, especially when examined and used to find out things or to make decisions.
what are 6 different types of data?
secondary, primary, continuous, discrete, quantitative, qualitative
what are 7 ways of collecting data?
observation, investigation, focus groups, statistics, interviews, public databases, closed survey
give 4 ways why data is important?
patient safety
help with research
better diagnosis
plan services
give 5 considerations to make when managing data
type of data
storage method
intended audience
depth of analysis needed
most appropriate way to present data
what are 4 ranges of data in healthcare?
patient level
service level
organisation level
population level
give 4 benefits of manual data
more permanent
more authentic
can be saved easier
can support years of data
give 4x2 data types
prospective and retrospective
qualitative and quantitative
independent and dependent
discrete and continuous
what is prospective data?
a group is followed and observed and researches will record the outcomes.
what is retrospective data?
looks backwards and examine data from the past.
what is qualitative data?
is descriptive and includes much more detail.
eg, medical history
what is quantitative data?
numerical and normally includes measurements.
eg, lab results
what is dependent data?
value depends on another variable.
eg, heart rate on a treadmill
what is independent data?
not depended on a variable, something we can change.
eg, treadmill speed
what is discrete data?
numerical and can be counted, whole numbers
eg, number of patients
what is continuous data?
you can measure and numerical (not usually a whole number).
eg, BG concentration
give 4 ways of presenting data
graphs
charts
tables
spreadsheets
why is presenting data important?
it makes the data easier to understand and only the key information is presented.
what are 4 technology given data?
AI /machine learning
mobile technology
cloud based system
digital information management system
what is data accuracy?
refers to error free record that an be used as a reliable source of information
what is attention to detail?
a characteristic of the way a person works. Refers to thoroughness, focus.
how to ensure data accuracy?
taken in a timely manner
all correct facts, accounts and measurements
ensure objectivity - facts not opinion
should be complete with no gaps
avoid jargon
what is the definition of social media
internet based tools that allow individuals and communities to gather information, communicate and collaborate
give 3 positives of social media
connect to people at any time
show you aren’t alone in your struggles
source of entertainment
give 3 negatives of social media
bullying = mental health
can breech confidentiality issues
distracts you from work
what does poor quality of information mean?
many medical advice online is not accurate/reliable and can give the wrong ideas
what is the data protection act 2018?
controls use of personal information by organisations, businesses or the government
what is the data protection act 2018?
controls use of personal information by organisations, businesses or the government
what is the GDPR?
provides a set of principles with which any individual or organisation processing sensitive data must comply
what to do if information is not stored properly?
secure it where possible
record and report the incident, following policy and procedure
