Electronic Health Records Flashcards
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Which of the following best defines an EHR compared to an EMR?
Answer: An EHR is designed to be shared across multiple organizations
An EHR is built for sharing across providers and organizations, while an EMR typically stays within one practice.
When scanning a paper document into the EHR, what should the medical assistant verify first?
Answer: That it is filed under the correct patient
Confirming correct patient identity prevents misfiled documents and patient safety errors.
What does 'e-prescribing' allow a provider to do?
Answer: Send prescriptions electronically directly to a pharmacy
E-prescribing transmits prescriptions electronically, improving accuracy and reducing fraud.
A flag or alert appears warning that a patient is allergic to penicillin when penicillin is ordered. This is an example of what?
Answer: An allergy alert from clinical decision support
Allergy alerts are a clinical decision support function preventing dangerous prescriptions.
Which of the following is considered Protected Health Information (PHI)?
Answer: A patient's name combined with their diagnosis
PHI is individually identifiable health information, such as a name linked to a diagnosis.
Why should default or generic passwords be changed when setting up EHR access?
Answer: They are easily guessed and pose a security risk
Default passwords are widely known and must be changed to protect against unauthorized access.
What is the purpose of data backup procedures in an EHR system?
Answer: To recover information after system failure or disaster
Regular backups protect against data loss from hardware failure, disasters, or cyberattacks.