informatics ch 2

Data Integrity

whole, complete, correct, and consistent data

what sets information systems apart

Capable of disseminating, providing feedback, and adjusting the data and information based on dynamic processes

High Quality Data is. dirty data =.

Data that are relevant and accurately represent their corresponding concepts. Considered dirty when there are errors in the database, such as duplicate, incomplete, or outdated records.

Based on the foundation of knowledge model, what do healthcare professionals look for to transform the information into knowledge?

Feedback

A healthcare professional creating new knowledge by changing and evolving knowledge based on experience, education, and input from others is:

Generating knowledge

Collecting health data in a data warehouse and mining that data for new relationships and understanding is an example of:

Generating knowledge

what are the tools that are extremely important in enabling the processing of data, information, and knowledge in health care.

Information science and computational tools

Information is

Processed data. -processed using knowledge

information processing

conversion of latent information into manifest information. Latent information- not yet realized or apparent. Manifest information- obvious or clearly apparent.

Health informatics competencies related to using an EHR include all of the following, except: a) Identifying and adhering to discipline specific classification health-related terminologies for coding procedures Incorrect Response b) Using remote access tools for documentation in the EHR, such as workstation on wheels (WOW), tablets, smart phones, smart room technology, and telehealth tools c) Using the EHR to exchange information with other providers, coordinate care, avoid duplication of services, promote safe practice, and increase patient satisfaction Correct Answer d) Following security and privacy policies and procedures for using networks, including intranet and Internet

d. Following security and privacy policies and procedures for using networks, including intranet and Internet

T or F. All healthcare workers for the 21st century will require the same level of informatics competency.

false

ch. 2 (Introduction to Information, Information Science, and Information Systems) deals mainly with

the information technology infrastructure.

how can Data Integrity be compromised?

human error, viruses, worms, other bugs, hardware failures or crashes, transmission errors, and/or hackers entering the system

Information System (IS)

or computer-based information systems (CBISs). Combinations of hardware, software, and telecommunications networks that are used to collect, create, and distribute useful data, typically in organizational settings

Information Science

studies everything that deals with information and can be defined as the study of information systems. Subdiscipline of computer science Study of the application and usage of information and knowledge. - in organizations - in interaction between people, organizations, and information systems.