Question 1

A ________________ is a security method that prevents unauthorized access into or out of the network.

Accepted Answer

A firewall is a security method that prevents unauthorized access into or out of the network. It monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.

Question 2

A ____________________ is a security feature that plays a role in the advancement of EHR use by encrypting data sent via the Internet and verifies the identity of authorized users through use of a User ID and password.

Accepted Answer

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) encrypts data sent over the Internet and verifies the identity of users, enhancing security for EHR systems.

Question 3

Diagnostic and treatment protocols that are based on proven research and practice are known as:

Accepted Answer

Evidence-based medicine refers to the use of current best evidence in making decisions about the care of individual patients, integrating clinical expertise with the best available clinical evidence from systematic research.

Question 4

John Roberts has a heart condition. A Home Health nurse visits him monthly and performs an EKG, the recording of which is sent to Dr. Stephens' office via telephone connection. This is an example of ____________.

Accepted Answer

This scenario is an example of telemedicine, which involves the use of telecommunications technology to provide clinical health care services from a distance.

Question 5

A medical office or other healthcare facility that does not have a health information professional on staff may seek expertise in record-keeping procedures and the legal health record from the

Accepted Answer

An EHR (Electronic Health Record) service provider typically offers expertise in record-keeping procedures and can guide the establishment and maintenance of a legal health record.

Question 6

Which of the following statements is true about a paper record?

Accepted Answer

Paper records can often be illegible due to handwriting issues, making them less reliable for accurate information retrieval.

Question 7

When planning for a conversion to the electronic health record, administrative members of the staff should expect that

Accepted Answer

The conversion to an electronic health record system is often complex and can take more time than initially expected due to the need for data migration, staff training, and system testing.

Question 8

A good practice for healthcare consumers is to document their own health information, for instance, the medications currently being taken, medication allergies, dates and names of surgeries they've had, etc. In fact, many insurance companies offer their patients the ability to document their healthcare online. What are these records known as?

Accepted Answer

The answer of A good practice for healthcare consumers is...

Question 9

The mobile technology that allows access to the Internet without use of cables is known as what?

Accepted Answer

The answer of The mobile technology that allows access to...

Question 10

The management of the automated processes that focuses on structure of data, interoperability, design of input and output tools, and security is known as health __________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The management of the automated processes that...

Question 11

Computers and devices that are physically close together are connected by a

Accepted Answer

Computers and devices that are physically close together are connected by a Local Area Network (LAN). A LAN is a network that connects computers and devices within a limited physical area, such as a home, school, or office building.

Question 12

The Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model was developed by the ________________.

Accepted Answer

The Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model was developed by the American Academy of Family Practitioners, along with other primary care associations.

Question 13

When an encrypted message is sent, it must be ___________ before the receiver is able to read it.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When an encrypted message is sent, it...

Question 14

The Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model and managed care insurance plans encourage patients to have a primary care physician who is referred to as the __________________ to reduce redundancy and overutilization of medical services.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model...

Question 15

Which of the following statements is true about a personal health record (PHR)?

Accepted Answer

A personal health record (PHR) is maintained by the patient or their legal guardian, allowing them to manage and track their health information.

Question 16

As part of Greensburg Medical Center's electronic record, patients can access their own health record via the Internet and can e-mail the office with questions, when necessary. This functionality is called a/an

Accepted Answer

A patient portal is an online platform that allows patients to access their health records and communicate with their healthcare providers via the internet.

Question 17

_________________ make it possible for care providers to make and receive phone calls, browse the Internet, take still pictures or video, and store telephone numbers and appointments.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _________________ make it possible for care providers...

Question 18

Dr. Brown, a radiologist is able to view x-ray images from home rather than having to go into the hospital to do so. What kind of computer technology allows Dr. Brown to do that?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Dr. Brown, a radiologist is able to...

Question 19

In a ___________ environment, the physician's office or hospital has the advantage of unlimited processing and storage capacity.

Accepted Answer

In a cloud environment, resources such as processing power and storage capacity can be scaled up as needed, providing virtually unlimited capacity.

Question 20

The field that focuses on capture, retrieval, storage, and use of health information is

Accepted Answer

The answer of The field that focuses on capture, retrieval,...

Quiz 10: Looking Aheadthe Future of Health Information and Informatics