Introduction to Pharmacy Informatics

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What is the primary focus of pharmacy informatics?

  • Managing pharmacy budgets and financial operations
  • Integrating information technology in pharmacy practice (correct)
  • Supervising pharmacy staff and training programs
  • Developing new pharmaceuticals without technology

Which of the following best describes the role of an informatics pharmacist?

  • A dual specialist knowledgeable in both pharmacy and informatics (correct)
  • A pharmacist who strictly manages financial transactions
  • A pharmacist focused solely on drug dispensing
  • A pharmacist who provides clinical services without technology

In the medication-use process, which step does NOT typically involve an informatics pharmacist's expertise?

  • Ordering medications
  • Administration of drugs
  • Transcribing prescriptions
  • Research and development of new drugs (correct)

What skill is essential for an informatics pharmacist when analyzing pharmacy practice?

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How does an informatics pharmacist approach health informatics technologies?

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What is the primary focus of Health Information Management (HIM)?

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Which role specifically involves both clinical training and the application of informatics?

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What is the primary focus of informatics as described in the content?

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How are pharmacists expected to enhance medication safety?

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Which component is NOT associated with pharmacy as per the given information?

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What broad term describes the application of informatics to health and biomedical research?

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Which of the following best describes pharmacy informatics?

<p>A field combining pharmacy practices with information science (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes an informatician?

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What is a common task that pharmacists perform in relation to informatics?

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What technological advancement has led to the overlap between HIM and informatics?

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What does pharmacy informatics primarily involve?

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What aspect of informatics does it investigate in relation to technology usage?

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Which of the following is NOT a focus of clinical informaticians?

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What is the primary focus of information technology in healthcare?

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Which of the following is a role of an informatics pharmacist?

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Which technology is primarily used for tracking medication usage?

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What is a core competence related to interdisciplinary teams in healthcare?

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What does the term 'clinical decision support system' mainly refer to?

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Which technology aids in the electronic transmission of prescriptions?

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Which of the following competencies involves applying improvements to healthcare practices?

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What is a key function of automated dispensing devices?

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How does the American Medical Informatics Association define medical informatics?

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What aspect does the American Association of Medical Colleges emphasize in its definition of medical informatics?

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Which best describes the primary goal of medical informatics?

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Which of the following elements is NOT generally included in the field of medical informatics?

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What is a key component of the definition of medical informatics provided by the American Association of Medical Colleges?

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What was one of the primary activities offered by PMIS since its founding?

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Which of the following best defines bioinformatics?

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What significant event influenced the emergence of bioinformatics?

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In which year was PMIS founded?

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Which technological aspect does pharmacy informatics primarily use?

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What is emphasized in the seminars offered by PMIS?

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What combination of fields contributes to bioinformatics?

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Which of the following is not a focus area of PMIS?

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Flashcards

What is Informatics?

The study of best practices in information handling using technology.

Pharmacy Informatics

The integration of informatics into pharmacy practices for better management of drug-related information.

Role of Pharmacists

Pharmacists utilize informatics to improve medication safety and patient care.

Importance of Pharmacy Informatics

Enhances efficiency, safety, and outcomes in pharmacy practice through better data management.

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Pharmacy and Informatics Intersection

Pharmacy informatics combines pharmacy practice with information science for improved healthcare.

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Medical Informatics

The use of information science and technology to advance medical knowledge and improve health care.

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Bioinformatics

A scientific field focused on using tech to manage and analyze biological data.

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Quality of Care

The degree to which health services increase the likelihood of desired health outcomes.

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Health System Performance

The efficiency and effectiveness of health care systems in delivering care.

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Decision Making in Medicine

The process of making choices regarding patient care based on data and information.

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PMIS

A platform founded in 1996 for health informatics activities.

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Human Genome Project

A groundbreaking project that mapped all human genes, essential for bioinformatics.

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Data Analysis in Bioinformatics

The use of computers to analyze biological data effectively.

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Biologic Information Management

The process of acquiring, processing, and interpreting biological data.

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Health Informatics Tools

Technologies used for managing healthcare data and improving healthcare delivery.

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Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Digital versions of patients' paper charts that streamline healthcare information access.

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Security of Electronic Health Information

Measures and protocols to protect patient data in digital format.

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Medication-Use Process

Steps involved in medication management: Ordering, Transcribing, Dispensing, and Administration.

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Informatics Pharmacist

A dual specialist knowledgeable in both pharmacy practice and informatics, able to analyze practices and technologies.

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Patient-Centered Care

Care tailored to meet individual patient needs using integrated drug and patient information.

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Health Informatics Analysis

Evaluation of health informatics technologies from both clinical and operational perspectives.

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Health Informatics

The discipline focused on managing medical information, especially in digital form.

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Molecular Genetics

The application of informatics in the study of genes and their functions.

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Health Information Management (HIM)

The management of patient medical records in both paper and digital formats.

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Imaging Informatics

The use of informatics in the management of medical images in healthcare.

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Biomedical Research Informatics

The application of informatics to enhance health and biomedical research.

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Informatician

Practitioners who specialize in the information aspects of healthcare and technology.

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Clinical Informatician

Clinically trained professionals applying informatics in patient care.

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Pharmacist’s Role in Informatics

Pharmacists use informatics to improve medication safety and enhance patient outcomes.

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Automated Inventory Systems

Technology systems that manage stock levels and procurement processes automatically.

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ePrescribing

The electronic generation and transmission of prescriptions from providers to pharmacies.

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Clinical Decision Support System

A health information technology system that provides clinicians with decision-making support.

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Pharmacy Information Systems

Software systems that support the medication-use process, focusing on data management.

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Bar-coding

A technology that uses unique codes to track medications and prevent errors.

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Intelligent Infusion Devices

Devices that automatically deliver medications to patients based on prescribed protocols.

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Role of an Informatics Pharmacist

Ensure patient safety and lead tech initiatives in pharmacy practice.

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Information Technology (IT)

Activities and tools that help to store, manipulate, and share information.

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Study Notes

Introduction to Pharmacy Informatics

  • Informatics is the study of best practices for information accrual, handling, dissemination, and comprehension using suitable technology
  • Informatics considers not just the technology, but also its use, reasons, places, and timing
  • Pharmacy informatics uses information science and technology to improve pharmacy practice
  • Medical informatics improves medical knowledge and care quality
  • Bioinformatics analyses biological information using computers

Importance of Pharmacy Informatics

  • Pharmacy informatics improves patient care by using information technology
  • Pharmacists use knowledge of information systems to enhance medication use
  • Informatics systems improve drug safety and effectiveness
  • Medication-use processes use information technology across all stages

Pharmacy Informatics Activities and Applications

  • Computer systems manage patient drug profiles and histories allowing easier care management
  • Systems support label generation, patient billing, and workload processing
  • Software interfaces enable direct flow of patient data to the pharmacy system (reducing manual input)
  • Interfaces to laboratory systems facilitate easy patient lab results retrieval
  • System rules promote safe and effective drug use
  • Interfaces with other devices (IV compounders, dispensing cabinets, robots) enhance pharmacy efficiency

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