52 Questions
What is the main advantage of using DICOM standard in Picture Archival and Communication Systems (PACS)?
Saves costs in purchasing different proprietary systems
Why was it difficult to match up Picture Archival and Communication Systems (PACS) in the early days?
Lack of standardized image formats
What was the first full-scale PACS implemented at?
Veterans Administration Medical Center in Baltimore
Which factor does NOT influence the components/features of Picture Archival and Communication Systems (PACS)?
Presence of electronic annotations
How did DICOM standards help improve interoperability among different vendors' products?
By enabling communication between proprietary systems
What is the main purpose of Contract Management in healthcare organizations?
To provide visibility and control to negotiate better contracts with third parties
Which system is used to schedule client appointments and facilities/resources in healthcare organizations?
Scheduling Systems
What is the function of Mobile Devices in Healthcare Information Systems (HIS)?
To improve the functionality of HIS by facilitating treatment decisions
What is the impact of Mobile Computing on healthcare according to the text?
Allow access to data at the point of care to facilitate treatment decisions
What is the top priority for healthcare organizations according to the text?
Developing clinical information systems
What is the main purpose of a Patient Care Application in a pharmacy Information System?
Controlling drug distribution to patients
What is the primary function of a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) in radiology IS?
Online storage and rapid retrieval of images
In the context of Ambulatory Care Information Systems, what does MPI stand for?
Master Patient Index
What is one key benefit of integrating a pharmacy IS into an enterprise-wide information system?
Controlling dangerous drugs (narcotics)
What is the function of an Encoder Software in healthcare information systems?
Assigning diagnostic and procedural codes to patient records
What is the primary purpose of Physician Practice Management Systems?
To capture demographic and insurance data
Which administrative system is responsible for collecting and storing demographic and insurance data?
Registration System
How does Home Healthcare benefit from connecting with hospital systems?
Increases payment for services
What is the main function of Financial Systems in healthcare information management?
Accessing patient demographic data
Why is the integration of Administrative Systems crucial in healthcare organizations?
To streamline financial reimbursement processes
What is the primary purpose of a Master Patient Index (MPI) in the context of healthcare information systems?
To maintain a consistent and accurate record of patient identification and medical history
How has the use of Picture Archival and Communication Systems (PACS) evolved since its early days?
PACS can be used in multiple departments with shared archive space
In healthcare information systems, what can orthopedic workstations equipped with PACS software offer surgeons?
Capability to plan joint replacement surgeries with specialized software
What is a key advantage of having PACS interfaced with radiology information systems and electronic medical records?
Improved integration of patient data across systems
How have Information Systems contributed to the evolution of PACS in healthcare settings?
By enabling reconstruction and stitching of images by radiologists
What is the main challenge highlighted in the text regarding data management?
Increasing amount of data for decision-making
Which term refers to the combination of hardware, software, data, people, procedures, and telecommunications networks in an organization's information system?
Information Systems
What is the main goal of Administrative Systems in Healthcare Information Systems?
Exchange data among systems
What types of systems are part of a Healthcare Information System according to the text?
Clinical information systems and Administrative systems
What does HIS stand for in the context of Healthcare Information Systems?
Hospital Information System
What is the main purpose of Clinical Decision-Support Systems (CDSS) in healthcare?
To assist physicians in diagnosis and treatment planning
What distinguishes passive CDSS from active CDSS?
Passive CDSS collect and communicate patient data, while active CDSS suggest diagnoses and treatment protocols
What type of information system matches knowledge base against patient-specific information to generate conclusions for physicians?
Expert systems
What technology supports healthcare delivery to patients at remote locations?
Telemedicine
What is the main advantage of using DICOM standards in Picture Archival and Communication Systems (PACS)?
Improvement in interoperability among different vendors' products
Which system uses statistical probability rather than expert knowledge collected from human beings?
Probabilistic algorithms
What is the function of clinical reminders and alerts integrated into clinical computer applications?
To alert caregivers about potential medical conditions or problems
What should the contract with the vendor specify according to the text?
Training responsibilities and costs
Which group is responsible for training staff in their area according to the information provided?
First-line supervisors
What is the purpose of system testing mentioned in the text?
To determine if information system goals have been met
What aspect is covered under database preparation according to the text?
Data files conversion from manual to computerized
What is a crucial step towards effective maintenance of a new system as mentioned in the text?
System documentation completeness testing
What is the purpose of building routines to load staging area database for import into a new system database?
To execute migration routines in controlled environments
Why is defining mock test data sets across systems important?
To validate migration programs end-to-end
What is a key aspect of executing migration routines in staging environments?
Iterating until quality benchmarks are achieved
In the context of data migration implementation, what is a crucial step for freezing programs during rollout?
Establishing checkpoints per methodology
Why is tight integration workflows important for new system adoption?
To demonstrate development rigor
What are the key elements involved in the specification of overall systems architecture and infrastructure according to the text?
Hardware acquisition, network architecture, database security
Which element is NOT part of the Strategic Information Systems Planning for an IS Master Plan as mentioned in the text?
Operational budgeting for maintenance
What is a primary factor to consider when planning the Software Development Plan within an IS Master Plan, based on the text?
Training requirements
Which staffing option is NOT typically considered in the Elements of an IS Master Plan according to the text?
In-house janitorial staff
In the context of database security and control requirements, what is a crucial aspect mentioned in the text?
Database normalization
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