Informatics Test 3
Wi-Fi (Wireless)
A network connection where a device does not need to be hard wired to the internet but connects to it using a modem and router, which emits a signal through an antenna.
piconet
A personal area connection created when a user has Bluetooth enabled on a mobile device and pairs it with another Bluetooth device.
personal health record (PHR)
A record of health information owned by the individual; may be maintained using computer document or paper record.
cell phone
A shortwave wireless communication phone that has a connection to a transmitter to receive calls over a wide geographic area; requires a paid subscription to the transmission service provider.
PICO (PICOT, PICOTT)
A standard used today to investigate evidence-based care in medicine and nursing; the abbreviation stands for Patient, Problem, or Population Intervention.
patient values
According to the Institute of Medicine, "refers to the unique preferences, concerns, and expectations, that each patient brings to a clinical encounter" that are used when making clinical decisions.
knowledge-base database
Indexes published literature; focuses on areas such as health sciences, business, history, government, law, and ethics.
open access journals
Journals that publish peer reviewed articles with not user fees; many limited copyright/licensing restrictions and allow anyone with an Internet connection to download, copy, and distribute articles.
QWERTY keyboard
Layout common to the PC and typewriter that comprises the first six letters on the top row of letters; data using this format is available on all smart phones and tablets.
personal information management
Most mobile devices include this software, such as contact information, a calendar, and a clock.
information technology skills
The ability to use computers, computer software, and peripherals to access electronic information efficiently.
electronic medical record
The focus of most healthcare providers today, the institution or provider that creates it owns and manages them, and they are accessible to consumers; not a true electronic health record because outside agencies cannot interface with them.
stop words
Words, such as articles and prepositions, which a search engine generally does not search for unless they are part of a phrase enclosed with quotes.
evidence-based practice (EBP)
a cyclical process of moving knowledge from original research into patient care
consumer informatics
a field of study related to healthcare information that is accessible to consumers in a useful, understandable manner
peer-reviewed article
a journal article that was blind reviewed by two or more nurse experts for a blind review to assure the validity, quality, and reliability of information
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
a law passed in 1996 that protects the privacy and security of health information and provides patients the right to see their own health records
evidence-based care
a method of care based on scientifically proven research
eBook
an electronic book
electronic health record
an electronic record of a patients health history, est by George W. Bush in 2004; one's health information is available from any location where there is internet access and a health information exchange
Personal Identification Number (PIN)
an identifier used to gain computer access
confidentiality
authorized care providers maintaining all personal health information as secret, except to other care providers who need access to that information and to others that the patient has consented to allow access
Ctrl + B
bold
Ctrl + H
browser history
Esc
cancel
smartphone
cell phones with internet activity
Ctrl + E
center text
Ctrl + Shift + Delete
clears browsing history
Ctrl + W
close
Ctrl + W
closes tab
flash memory
computer memory that is not volatile, meaning that the applications and data will not disappear after the loss of battery power
Ctrl + C
copy
Ctrl + X
cut
interoperable
data can be shared electronically, such as in an electronic health record
clinical reasoning
decision making that uses critical thinking skills and considers all factors influencing patient preferences by nurse care provider; the nurse uses clinical reasoning to determine pertinent factors to assist the patient to maintain or attain health status
Ctrl + [
decrease font
Ctrl + F
find
F11
full screen
handheld computer
handheld mobile device
randomized controlled trials (RCT)
highest priority or evidence is derived from meta-analysis of these trials and evidence-based clinical guidelines based on systematic reviews of them
Ctrl + 1
switch to first tab
Ctrl + 9
switch to last tab
keywords
tags used to identify the topics discussed in a paper, which serve as search terms
Ctrl + Alt + Delete
task manager
synchronization
technology that allows users to share files between devices through a cloud sharing application where changes are copied back and forth
flash drive
A data storage device that connects to a computer via universal serial bus (USB)
Nationwide Health Information Network (NwHIN)
A foundation for secure information exchange of healthcare data over the internet using "a set of standards, services, and policies," according to HealthIT.gov.
Best research evidence
Clinical relevant research, which includes outcome and effectiveness patient care
de-identified data
Data stripped of subjective identifiers.
research practice gape
Emerges when there are differences between clinical practice and the research on effective clinical practice; nurses must expedite closing this in order to make dramatic, needed improvements to our health care delivery system.
factual database
Replace reference books with searchable online information such as a drug or laboratory manual.
Esc (webpage)
stops loading a page
systematic review
a research process designed to carefully review and analyze the results of multiple, similar research studies; reduces three types of bias inherent in individual research studies: selection, indexing, and publication
advanced search
a search method that allows users to enter multiple search terms as well as define fields to narrow the search; often used in database searches, such as with a digital library search
patient portals
a secure website that provides patients access to their EHR data
subject heading
a standardized term used to index or catalog reference materials; each library chooses a standard subject authority to thesaurus for all of its cataloging
protocol
a system of rules required for data transfer
index
a system used to file or catalog references and provides the mechanism for database searches
hot spot
a term used to identify Wi-Fi enabled area that allows Wi-Fi-enabled mobile device to connect to the internet; many used encryption for security reasons and require the user to enter an access code or pay a fee for use
federated search
a type of computer search that allows you to search several databases simultaneously
personal reference manager
a user can export search findings into this software; other common features include the ability to store digital copies of full-text articles and the ability to cite sources and automatically generate a formatted reference list while writing with word processing software
beaming
allows for a wireless, very short-ranged (14inch-3ft), transmission of information to other beam related devices with the same operating system using infrared, Bluetooth, or near field communication.
Bluetooth
allows for wireless, short ranged (32 ft), low-powered radio frequency connection to other Bluetooth-enabled devices
Ctrl + ]
increase font
nursing knowledge
information known to nursing practice, which defines the profession
Ctrl + I
italic
Ctrl + L
left align text
smart card
looks like a plastic credit card and, like a credit card, has embedded information that a smart card reader can read; requires the appropriate computer system and access code to read and write, encrypts the data on the card
Ctrl + N
new browser window
Ctrl + T
new tab
evidence-based nursing
nursing care based upon scientifically proven nursing research
random-access memory (RAM)
one of the three types of built-in memory for mobile devices, it stores all of the add-on applications and data files and requires a small amount of continuous battery power; this memory is volatile; hence, all of the data stored in this area are lost with depletion of battery life
read-only memory (ROM)
one of the three types of built-in memory for mobile devices, it stores the operating, and standard applications such as contacts, calendar, and notes
Ctrl + O
open
Ctrl + Shift + T
opens a closed tab
Alt + Home
opens home page
Ctrl + V
paste
Ctrl + P
Ctrl + D
put in bookmarks
Ctrl + Y
re-do
F5 or Ctrl + R
reloads page
Meta-analysis
research on previous research systematic reviews
Ctrl 0
resets zoom
Ctrl + R
right align text
Ctrl + S
save
Ctrl + A
select all
informational literacy
the ability to know when one needs information and how to locate, evaluate, and effectively use it
clinical expertise
the ability to use clinical skills and past experience to rapidly identify each patient's unique health state and diagnosis, individual risks and benefits of potential interventions, and personal values and expectations
Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)
the controlled vocabulary of terms used to index materials in PubMed and MEDLINE databases
security
the measures implemented to prevent unauthorized users access to the personal health information of patients
privacy
the right of patients to control what happens to the personal health information
research information systems (RIS)
this format consists of a standardized tag that allows for data exchange between digital library databases and reference citation managers
Ctrl + U
underline
Ctrl + Z
undo
seminal work
work frequently cited by others or that influences the opinions of others
scholarly nursing journal
written by only qualified nurses with expertise in the subject area; articles are rigorously peer reviewed prior to publication
Ctrl +
zoom in (webpage)
Ctrl -
zoom out (webpage)
