How is information related to data?
Information is data that have been interpreted
Information forms the base for accurate data collection
Data provide an explanation of information
Data is constructed t
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How is information related to data?
Information is data that have been interpreted
Information forms the base for accurate data collection
Data provide an explanation of information
Data is constructed through information synthesis Correct Answer: Information is data that have been interpreted.
Which of the following uses database applications to sift through large amounts of data and looks for previously hidden trends?
Evidence-Based Practice
Quantitative Analysis
Data Mining
Digital Library Correct Answer: Data Mining
A nurse is reviewing a patient's pneumonia vaccination status in the electronic medical record. The nurse determines the patient needs this vaccine before discharge to meet the requirements of a current clinical pathway.
Why would the nurse use information systems in this manner?
To ensure cost effectiveness
To control communicable disease
To promote desired clinical outcomes
To meet requirements of the nurse practice act Correct Answer: To promote desired clinical outcomes
A nursing informatics specialist at a small, rural hospital implemented a clinical information system utilizing an electronic health record (EHR). She obtained input from nurses regarding selection of the specific EHR. She noted that some of the nurses had negative attitudes towards a change to the EHR, but she encouraged them to try the system and note its benefits. She implemented the system after all nurses were trained about the EHR. There were numerous complaints about the EHR, which the Nursing Informatics Specialist decided to ignore since the personnel were new to the system.
Which barrier to implementing technology is present in the scenario?
Inadequate training
Lack of continued support
Lack of end user involvement
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