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978-0132574952 Chapter 01 Part 2
3. The statement is true because most consumers have Internet access. 4. The statement is true because of the steep learning curve associated with searching the Internet. Question 13 Type: MCSA The role of the informatics nurse does not include […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 01 Part 3
Learning Outcome: Question 23 Type: MCSA Information is defined as which of the following? 1. The management and processing of facts 2. Interpreted data 3. A collection of numbers, characters, or facts that are needed for analysis and possible action […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 02 Part 2
Question 13 Type: FIB ________________________________ is defined as an electronic circuitry that executes computer instructions. Standard Text: Correct Answer: Central Processing Unit (CPU) Rationale : Central Processing Unit (CPU) is defined as electronic circuitry that executes computer instructions. Global Rationale: […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 02 Part 3
traditional client/server technology. PCs used in traditional client/server networks had local drives or storage devices so they are referred to as fat clients. Rationale 4: The thin client is primarily a display, keyboard, and mouse or other pointing device. The […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 03 Part 2
2. A nurse collects data related to allergies but fails to document all reported allergies. 3. A clinic manager uses secondary storage for storing clinical records offline. 4. A number of printed media clinical records are discarded in the regular […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 04 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 4 Question 1 Type: MCSA The nurse wishes to compile information on congestive heart failure by tomorrow morning. When a comprehensive search is necessary and there is a limited time frame, which […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 04 Part 2
Correct Answer: 4 Rationale 1: A browser is a retrieval program that allows access to hypertext and hypermedia documents on the Web by using HTTP. There are some things that browsers do not do, such as play animations. In this […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 05 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 5 Question 1 Type: MCSA Which agency has a comprehensive website dedicated to improving the quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of health care for all Americans? 1. Joint Commission 2. Agency for […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 05 Part 2
application or renewal, and explore additional services. Many licensing agencies now offer licensees, employers, and the general public the opportunity to conduct searches of licensed professionals via a secure website. Global Rationale: Cognitive Level: Remembering Client Need: Safe Effective Care […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 05 Part 3
Rationale 4: Asynchronous teaching-learning enables learners and teachers to connect to virtual classrooms at different times; this flexibility supports a work environment where learners have different shifts and work days. Further, time is not spent commuting to and from a […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 06 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 6 Question 1 Type: MCSA Medication errors have been on the rise over the past decade. A national initiative to minimize or eliminate the errors can be supported through which of the […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 06 Part 2
Rationale 3: Adoption of home care information systems makes use of monitoring technology which, when integrated into information systems, provides a way to care for the target population. Your choice describes long- term health information systems. Rationale 4: Adoption of […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 06 Part 3
Global Rationale: Cognitive Level: Understanding Client Need: Client Need Sub: Nursing/Integrated Concepts: Learning Outcome: Question 23 Type: MCSA A nursing information system is considered to be effective if which of the following goals are accomplished? 1. Supports nursing and enhances […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 07 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 7 Question 1 Type: MCSA Which is the best example of strategic planning in an acute care facility? 1. Team members of an organization take on a project to develop policies and […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 07 Part 2
Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Chief executive officer 2. Project manager 3. Chief information officer 4. Chief strategy officer 5. Nurse informatics specialist Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4,5 Rationale 1: Strategic planning is led by members of the organization’s upper […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 07 Part 3
Cognitive Level: Applying Client Need: Safe Effective Care Environment Client Need Sub: Management of Care Nursing/Integrated Concepts: Nursing Process: Planning Learning Outcome: Question 20 Type: MCSA Which of the following statements is true about goals? 1. A goal is a […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 07 Part 4
After data have been collected during the internal and external environmental scans, the project implementation team must complete which process before identifying trends in the current operations? 1. Determine technical feasibility 2. Data analysis 3. Assess financial resources 4. Allocate […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 08 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 8 Question 1 Type: MCSA Which of the following suggests that a vendor is reliable? 1. The vendor is willing to provide customized services for the institution at a reasonable negotiable fee. […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 08 Part 2
Rationale 2: A thorough understanding of how information is currently collected and processed is the starting point in performing a needs assessment. This is also known as assessing the internal environment. Methods for accomplishing this include questionnaires and observation of […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 08 Part 3
Question 21 Type: MCSA Which of the following answers best represents the use of a Gantt chart? 1. A Gantt chart is a horizontal bar chart used to illustrate the start and finish dates of the elements of a project. […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 08 Part 4
Global Rationale: Cognitive Level: Understanding Client Need: Safe Effective Care Environment Client Need Sub: Management of Care Nursing/Integrated Concepts: Nursing Process: Assessment Learning Outcome: Question 29 Type: MCSA This week, the attending physicians for a large urban primary care facility […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 09 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 9 Question 1 Type: MCSA The scientific study of the interaction between people, machines, and their work environments is which of the following? 1. Ergonomics 2. Human–computer interaction (HCI) 3. Human factors […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 09 Part 2
Global Rationale: Cognitive Level: Remembering Client Need: Safe Effective Care Environment Client Need Sub: Management of Care Nursing/Integrated Concepts: Communication and Documentation Learning Outcome: Question 10 Type: MCSA Usability tests are systematic and structured examinations of the effectiveness, efficiency or […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 10 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 10 Question 1 Type: MCSA Which description best fits a work breakdown structure (WBS)? 1. A project planning software program is selected for use by the steering committee to assist in planning […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 10 Part 2
Rationale 2: The steering committee chairperson or another member of the steering committee may serve as the implementation project leader. Either the chief information officer, strategy officer, an informatics specialist, project manager, or a consultant experienced in this area may […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 10 Part 3
Rationale 5: -Network infrastructure: cable installation, wiring, access points, technical standards -Type of workstation or mobile device: networked personal computer (PC), thin client, wireless or handheld device such as a personal digital assistant (PDA), mobile laptop PC that uses radiofrequency […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 10 Part 4
Rationale 2: By incorporating the use of a change theory, strategies leading to a successful change can be incorporated allowing for a smooth transition. Rationale 3: By incorporating the use of a change theory, strategies leading to a successful change […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 10 Part 5
Rationale 3: Unless staff members are adequately trained and understand the usefulness and nuances of a system upgrade, the technology is not fully utilized. Rationale 4: Unless staff members are adequately trained and understand the usefulness and nuances of a […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 11 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 11 Question 1 Type: MCSA It has been determined from previous experience that eight hours is the minimum time necessary for staff nurses to obtain initial training on the new system. Which […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 11 Part 2
Among the following, which defines the process for determining health care worker information systems training needs? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. User classes are used to refine the types of training courses needed for system implementation. 2. End-users […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 11 Part 3
must be considered. Off-site facilities may also require remodeling and additional security. -Maintenance costs: Ongoing expenses are influenced by the decision to buy, remodel, build, or lease space and the need to maintain and service hardware, software, and office equipment. […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 11 Part 4
1. Hands-on demonstration 2. Bulletin board messages 3. Use of tent cards 4. Review of newsletter articles 5. Administrative role modeling Question 27 Type: MCSA How can the trainer create an environment in which the staff will retain the information? […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 12 Part 2
integrity. A hacker is an individual who has an average, or above average, knowledge of computer technology and who dislike rules and restrictions. Global Rationale: Cognitive Level: Analyzing Client Need: Safe Effective Care Environment Client Need Sub: Management of Care […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 12 Part 3
Rationale 2: Clues that spyware has infected a computer include the presence of pop-up ads, keys that do not work, random error messages, and poor system performance. Because of the security threat to PHI that this represents, spyware detection software […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 13 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 13 Question 1 Type: MCSA What is the primary purpose of system integration in a health care facility? 1. Provide reliable flow of information between facility and physician offices 2. Offer seamless […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 13 Part 2
Rationale 1: This scenario is an example of the use of the MPI of patient identifiers. Both information systems, though different, used the same global identification number for the client and allowed for client identification at the point of care. […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 13 Part 3
Cognitive Level: Understanding Client Need: Safe Effective Care Environment Client Need Sub: Management of Care Nursing/Integrated Concepts: Communication and Documentation Learning Outcome: Question 18 Type: FIB _______________________ uses XML (Extensible Markup Language) for storage and movement of clinical documents between […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 14 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 14 Question 1 Type: MCMA A hospital client sees the nurse documenting information into the computer. She asks the nurse why the computer is better than the “old patient chart like hospitals […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 14 Part 2
protect the privacy and confidentiality of the health information it contains. It is not considered a legal record, unless so defined. Rationale 2: The HIMSS definition of an ePHR includes: it is a lifelong tool for managing relevant health information, […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 14 Part 3
-Paper records are episode-oriented with a separate record for each client visit. -Key information, such as allergies, may be lost from one episode to the next, jeopardizing patient safety. -Only one person can access a paper record at any given […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 15 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 15 Question 1 Type: MCSA Which of the following terms is defined as structured and controlled languages that have been developed according to terminology development guidelines? 1. Standardized terminologies 2. Health care […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 15 Part 2
Correct Answer: The Nursing Interventions Classification (NIC) Rationale : The Nursing Interventions Classification (NIC) is standardized classification of interventions that describes the activities that nurses perform. NIC is used in all care settings. An intervention is described as “any treatment, […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 15 Part 3
support decisions are developed. As evidence-based practice models are generated, clinical nursing practice and outcomes are improved. Computer literacy is not associated with standardized terminologies. Rationale 4: Standard terminologies can facilitate the collection and analysis of data. As a central […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 16 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 16 Question 1 Type: MCSA What is a private, secure application through which an individual may access, manage, and share his or her health information? 1. Personal health record 2. Clinical data […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 16 Part 2
Rationale 2: Avoiding phone calls and letters is considered a benefit. Rationale 3: Decreasing waiting time is considered a benefit. Rationale 4: Sensitive lab or test information must be discussed in person or on the telephone. Global Rationale: Cognitive Level: […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 17 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 17 Question 1 Type: FIB _______________________________ is defined as the electronic movement of health-related information among organizations according to nationally recognized standards. Standard Text: Correct Answer: Health information exchange Rationale : Health […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 17 Part 2
Rationale 3: The obstacles to sustainability result from underestimating the size and scope of the project, identifying critical mass of data to exchange (e.g. standards for medication history, allergies, side effects, indications, weight/height), identifying critical mass of participants (e.g. pharmacies), […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 18 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 18 Question 1 Type: MCMA According to Peters (2002), which of the following are considered stages of policy development? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Recognition of a problem or issue […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 18 Part 2
Rationale 2: Alliance for Health Reform is a bipartisan, nonprofit that conducts health policy briefings on Capitol Hill for congressional staff and media, publishes resource books on health policy topics, aids journalists to develop articles and broadcasts on health issues, […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 19
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 19 Question 1 Type: MCSA Which of the following laws, signed by President Clinton in 2000, gives electronic signatures the same legal status as handwritten signatures? 1. The Health Insurance Portability and […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 20 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 20 Question 1 Type: MCSA President Obama signed into law on March 23, 2010, The Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 (Pub.L.111-152, 124Stat.1029), which amended the Patient Protection and Affordable […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 20 Part 2
Rationale 4: •Electronic health records—where value-driven health care supports the use of information technology to give providers the ability to deliver high quality, efficient, well coordinated care (Goals For Value- Based Purchasing, 2010, p. 4). Rationale 5: •Electronic health records—where […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 20 Part 3
Global Rationale: Cognitive Level: Analyzing Client Need: Safe Effective Care Environment Client Need Sub: Management of Care Nursing/Integrated Concepts: Communication and Documentation Learning Outcome: Question 22 Type: MCSA There has been an impact of the Health Insurance Reform Act, also […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 21
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 21 Question 1 Type: MCSA Which of the following organizations cannot perform accreditation and establish standards for health care delivery in the United States? 1. The Joint Commission 2. Commission for Accreditation […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 22 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 22 Question 1 Type: MCMA The focus of disaster planning in electronic health care information should be on which of the following? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Ensuring that all […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 22 Part 2
Global Rationale: Cognitive Level: Analyzing Client Need: Safe Effective Care Environment Client Need Sub: Management of Care Nursing/Integrated Concepts: Communication and Documentation Learning Outcome: Question 12 Type: MCSA Lost or damaged data have a negative impact on business processes, impede […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 22 Part 3
Client Need: Safe Effective Care Environment Client Need Sub: Management of Care Nursing/Integrated Concepts: Communication and Documentation Learning Outcome: Question 21 Type: MCSA The HIPAA security rule requires continuity planning and disaster recovery processes. In response, all health care organizations […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 23 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 23 Question 1 Type: MCSA Which is the most likely reason for a college of nursing to offer distance learning courses? 1. To decrease faculty workload by automating course content and lectures […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 23 Part 2
Cognitive Level: Understanding Client Need: Safe Effective Care Environment Client Need Sub: Management of Care Nursing/Integrated Concepts: Teaching and Learning Learning Outcome: Question 13 Type: MCSA Which of the following devices are increasingly being deployed to facilitate learning? 1. Personal […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 23 Part 3
Cognitive Level: Understanding Client Need: Safe Effective Care Environment Client Need Sub: Management of Care Nursing/Integrated Concepts: Teaching and Learning Learning Outcome: Question 22 Type: MCSA Which of the following is an accurate statement of YouTube’s usefulness in the classroom […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 24 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 24 Question 1 Type: FIB There are an increasing number of health care consumers who initially seek health related information on the Internet. The term used to describe this individual is _____________________ […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 24 Part 2
4. A process is established for easily sending the message (practitioner) and receiving the message (consumer) in a way that is clear to each individual. 5. A set of decision-making rules created from the information collected from the consumer is […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 25 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 25 Question 1 Type: MCSA Which statement is true regarding potential liability issues for telehealth? 1. Malpractice costs may be decreased because lawsuits may be filed in multiple locations, defraying costs. 2. […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 25 Part 2
Cognitive Level: Understanding Client Need: Safe Effective Care Environment Client Need Sub: Management of Care Nursing/Integrated Concepts: Communication and Documentation Learning Outcome: Question 13 Type: MCMA Which of the following are considered to be appropriate uses of telenursing? Standard Text: […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 25 Part 3
Rationale 3: One of the uses of telehealth has been to offer health care to rural residents. Rationale 4: The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 provides for billions of dollars in stimulus funding for research, operations, and grants […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 26 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 26 Question 1 Type: MCSA What is the systematic application of information and computer science and technology to public health practice, research, and learning? 1. Public health nursing 2. Public health practice […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 26 Part 2
Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4,5 Rationale 1: The National Academies has prepared, in cooperation with the Department, fact sheets on five types of terrorist attacks including fact sheets on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and IED attacks (Homeland Security, 2011). These fact sheets […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 27 Part 1
Hebda, Handbook of Informatics, 5/e Test Bank Chapter 27 Question 1 Type: MCSA A qualitative researcher studying lived experiences of congestive heart failure clients wishes to analyze data obtained from client interviews. Which of the following software programs are best […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 27 Part 2
Rationale 2: From a health information technology perspective, health care research has been impeded by all of these except a rapid adoption of data exchange standards. Slow adoption of data exchange standards and uniform languages, a failure to realize a […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 27 Part 3
2. Nurses are the only health care provider capable of understanding best practice models. 3. There is not as much demand for translational research today as there was five years ago. 4. Translational research is a new concept in health […]
978-0132574952 Chapter 27 Part 4
Global Rationale: Cognitive Level: Understanding Client Need: Safe Effective Care Environment Client Need Sub: Safety and Infection Control Nursing/Integrated Concepts: Nursing Process: Assessment Learning Outcome: Question 29 Type: MCSA Which of the following technologies does collaborative computing not use to […]