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 network
3. Best practice model
4. Online scheduling database
Question 2
Type: MCSA
Which of the following is considered a core personal health record element?
1. Data accessed by IT
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2. Analysis of data
3. Applicability of data
4. Information inputted by the patient
Question 3
Type: MCMA
Markle’s Common Framework offers valuable guidance for the development and deployment of patient-centered
PHRs. The Framework identifies seven attributes of an ideal PHR. Which of the following are considered
attributes of the Common Framework?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. PHRs permit easy exchange of information across health care systems.
2. PHRs contain information from one’s entire lifetime.
3. PHRs contain information from all health care providers.
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4. PHRs are accessible from any place at any time.
5. PHRs are private and secure.
Question 4
Type: FIB
The PHR is considered a ________________________ lifetime health record.
Standard Text:
Correct Answer: consumer-centric
Rationale : The PHR is a consumer-centric, lifetime health record. Early forms were entirely paper-based. Recent
developments make the PHR available via Internet connections
Global Rationale:
Cognitive Level: Remembering
Client Need: Safe Effective Care Environment
Client Need Sub:
Nursing/Integrated Concepts: Communication and Documentation
Learning Outcome:
Question 5
Type: MCMA
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Which of the following are characteristics of stand-alone PHRs?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Patient accessible information is tethered to data in a specific health system’s EHR.
2. Some fully standalone applications are available commercially.
3. The PHR is not tied to any particular health care system.
4. Some fully standalone applications are available in formats such as smart card, CD, or flash drive.
5. Standalone PHRs such as those on thumb drive devices have been found to have significant security risks.
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Question 6
Type: MCSA
Which of the following best defines a tethered PHR?
1. A tethered PHR is inextricably linked to a single entity or health system.
2. A tethered system is a stand alone system.
3. A tethered system can be found on a thumb drive.
4. A tethered system cannot access a patient portal.
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Question 7
Type: FIB
________________________ PHRs are extensions of physicians’ offices.
Standard Text:
Correct Answer: Integrated
Rationale : Integrated PHRs are extensions of physicians’ offices. The health care provider determines how much
data and communication consumers can access from their PHR. Conversely, a stand-alone PHR can immediately
access health data from a site like Google Health. The patient must input and maintain their own personal data.
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 8
Type: MCMA
Which of the following functionalities can be found with the personal health record (PHR)?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Entering medical history
2. Entering allergies
3. Entering present medication alerts
4. Entering past social history
5. Entering family history
Question 9
Type: MCSA
Some functionalities require integration between the PHR and a scheduling application. Which of the following is
a benefit of this communication?
1. Integration between a scheduling application and the PHR allows the patient to locate a physician’s practice in a
new region.
2. Integration between a scheduling application and the PHR allows the patient to have instant access with a
health care provider’s staff.
3. Integration between a scheduling application and the PHR allows the patient to schedule an appointment
without making a telephone call.
4. Integration between a scheduling application and the PHR allows the patient to send notes and updates to the
health care provider’s office.
Question 10
Type: FIB
In its simplest form, the PHR is a stand alone system where the _______________enters data.
Standard Text:
Correct Answer: patient
Rationale : In its simplest form, the PHR is a stand alone system where the patient enters his or her own data. On
the other hand, PHR functionality can be provided by allowing patients to view their own health information that
is stored in their health care provider’s EHR. There are commercially available PHRs ranging from stand-alone
systems to Web-based applications.
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 11
Type: MCSA
PHRs and their functions are becoming more important in health care delivery systems. There are a multitude of
benefits associated with the PHR. Which of the following is not a potential benefit associated with the PHR and
laboratory tests?
1. May confuse and worry patients
2. Avoids letters and phone calls
3. Reduces patient waiting time
4. All data are confidential