Question 1

Nursing informatics is a specialty area of nursing practice dedicated to the optimal use of technology to support professional practice and optimal client outcomes.Which of the following is a significant obstacle to the collection of nursing data?

Accepted Answer

The absence of universally accepted methods for defining and coding nursing contributions to health outcomes is a significant obstacle to the collection of nursing data. This can lead to inconsistent or incomplete documentation and difficulties in analyzing and comparing data across healthcare settings. The International Classification for Nursing Practice (ICNP) is a step towards addressing this issue, but there is still work to be done to ensure standardized and accurate documentation of nursing practice. Canada Health Infoway and evidence-based practices for health information are not significant obstacles to the collection of nursing data.

Question 2

Which of the following is a Health Information: Nursing Component?

Accepted Answer

The primary nurse identifier is a component of health information related to nursing, as it helps in identifying the nurse responsible for a patient's care.

Question 3

How does the Canadian Organization for Advancement of Computers in Health (COACH)define health informatics?

Accepted Answer

The Canadian Organization for Advancement of Computers in Health (COACH) defines health informatics as the intersection of clinical, information management-information technology, and management practices to achieve better health.

Question 4

According to the ICNP,which of the following terms refers to the manner or method of accomplishing an intervention?

Accepted Answer

According to the ICNP, the term "Means" refers to the manner or method of accomplishing an intervention. Focus refers to the area of concern, action refers to the actual intervention, and judgement refers to the decision-making process in selecting an intervention.

Question 5

Which of the following statements is true in relation to Canadian privacy legislation?

Accepted Answer

An understanding of Canadian privacy legislation can assist nurses in upholding their Code of Ethics, as the legislation provides guidance on how to protect and maintain the privacy of patients and their personal information. This is particularly important for nurses who handle sensitive personal health information as part of their job. While various privacy legislation exists at both the federal and provincial levels, it generally applies to all types of personal information, not just health-related data. Nurses must comply with these regulations even when acting within the standards of their practice.

Question 6

The CIHI disseminates essential data and analysis on Canada's health care system and the health of Canadians.The CIHI influenced issues directly related to nursing by including issues related to which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The CIHI is the national,independent,and not-for-profit body that records,analyzes,and disseminates data and analysis on Canada's health care system and the health of Canadians.Although not initially attentive to nursing data,this institution later became more important to several issues directly influencing nursing,including issues related to nursing workforce recruitment and retention.Nursing science,information science,and supporting clients is part of the definition of role-centred nursing informatics.Clinical practice,administration,research,and education are part of the definition of nursing informatics related to information technology.Advocating for health policy is the mandate for the International Council of Nurses,not the CIHI.

Question 7

Which of the following technologies provides a means for nurses to create discussion groups online?

Accepted Answer

NurseConnect is a professional networking platform specifically designed for nurses to exchange knowledge, resources, and best practices. It facilitates discussion groups and online communities for nurses to connect with their peers and advance their careers. Skype and COACH are not specifically designed for nurse networking, and NurseONE was not listed as an option.

Question 8

As nurses continue to contextualize technology within the scope of their professional practice,what is the main nursing issue with technology that requires consideration?

Accepted Answer

The main nursing issue with technology that requires consideration is information and information management. Nurses must be able to effectively manage and interpret information from various technological sources to provide safe and efficient patient care. This includes understanding how to navigate electronic health records, securely transmit patient information, and protect patient privacy. While computers, management information systems, and order entry applications are all important considerations, they are secondary to the overall management of health information.

Question 9

What current technological application is critical to supporting clinical judgement,decision making,and optimal client outcomes?

Accepted Answer

Client documentation systems are critical as they provide comprehensive and accessible patient information, supporting clinical judgement and decision-making for optimal client outcomes.

Question 10

Which of the following is one of the three fundamental directions for the CNA's e-Nursing Strategy?

Accepted Answer

Participation is one of the three fundamental directions for the CNA's e-Nursing Strategy.The other two directions are access and competencies.Assessment,collaborative care,and nursing practice integration are not among the three fundamental directions for the CNA's e-Nursing Strategy.

Question 11

Which of the following institutes was developed as a result of the Wilk Report?

Accepted Answer

The Wilk Report led to the development of Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) in 1994, which is a non-profit organization that provides timely, accurate, and comparable information to improve health care in Canada. Option A, B, and C are incorrect as they were not developed as a result of the Wilk Report.

Question 12

Mr.Smith has had several admissions to his local hospital for asthma.He was recently transferred to another hospital to have a fractured hip replacement.How would a standardized EHR benefit Mr.Smith?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Mr.Smith has had several admissions to his...

Question 13

Nursing has been identified as being invisible in health care.What is the most urgent issue in establishing a standardized nursing language in relation to value and necessity?

Accepted Answer

Patient safety and professionals' accountability are the most urgent issues in establishing a standardized nursing language as it ensures clear communication among healthcare professionals, which ultimately leads to improved patient safety and accountability of healthcare providers. A standardized nursing language helps to reduce medical errors and improve patient outcomes. It also helps to identify and track healthcare interventions accurately, which is essential for research and quality improvement initiatives. Therefore, patient safety and professionals' accountability are the primary concerns in implementing a standardized nursing language.

Question 14

Canada Health Infoway was a key outcome of the federal-provincial-territorial partnership.What was its mandate?

Accepted Answer

Canada Health Infoway was mandated to create an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system for Canadians, which would allow for efficient and secure sharing of health information between healthcare providers and patients across Canada.

Question 15

The Management Information System (MIS)Group was an important event in Canadian health care information management.What information was not collected by this group?

Accepted Answer

The Management Information System (MIS) Group was focused on the development of a comprehensive information system for Canadian health care, but it did not specifically target the collection of clinical nursing data. However, it did aim to collect demographic data, statistical medical data, and resource utilization data.

Quiz 16: Nursing Informatics and Canadian Nursing Practice