Managing Data and Information Technology Quiz

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What is the main advantage of using DICOM standard in Picture Archival and Communication Systems (PACS)?

Increases the sensitivity to low-energy photons
Saves costs in purchasing different proprietary systems (correct)
Reduces the number of interpretation areas
Improves the resolution of digital images

Why was it difficult to match up Picture Archival and Communication Systems (PACS) in the early days?

Lack of standardized image formats (correct)
Variation in the volume of patients
Number of interpretation areas
Different funding sources

What was the first full-scale PACS implemented at?

Johns Hopkins Hospital in Maryland
Veterans Administration Medical Center in Baltimore (correct)
Mayo Clinic in Minnesota
Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston

Which factor does NOT influence the components/features of Picture Archival and Communication Systems (PACS)?

Presence of electronic annotations (D) Signup and view all the answers

How did DICOM standards help improve interoperability among different vendors' products?

By enabling communication between proprietary systems (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Contract Management in healthcare organizations?

To provide visibility and control to negotiate better contracts with third parties (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which system is used to schedule client appointments and facilities/resources in healthcare organizations?

Scheduling Systems (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of Mobile Devices in Healthcare Information Systems (HIS)?

To improve the functionality of HIS by facilitating treatment decisions (B) Signup and view all the answers

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 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the top priority for healthcare organizations according to the text?

Developing clinical information systems (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a Patient Care Application in a pharmacy Information System?

Controlling drug distribution to patients (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) in radiology IS?

Online storage and rapid retrieval of images (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Ambulatory Care Information Systems, what does MPI stand for?

Master Patient Index (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one key benefit of integrating a pharmacy IS into an enterprise-wide information system?

Controlling dangerous drugs (narcotics) (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of an Encoder Software in healthcare information systems?

Assigning diagnostic and procedural codes to patient records (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Physician Practice Management Systems?

To capture demographic and insurance data (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which administrative system is responsible for collecting and storing demographic and insurance data?

Registration System (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does Home Healthcare benefit from connecting with hospital systems?

Increases payment for services (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of Financial Systems in healthcare information management?

Accessing patient demographic data (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is the integration of Administrative Systems crucial in healthcare organizations?

To streamline financial reimbursement processes (D) Signup and view all the answers

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 (B) Signup and view all the answers

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 (D) Signup and view all the answers

In healthcare information systems, what can orthopedic workstations equipped with PACS software offer surgeons?

Capability to plan joint replacement surgeries with specialized software (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key advantage of having PACS interfaced with radiology information systems and electronic medical records?

Improved integration of patient data across systems (B) Signup and view all the answers

How have Information Systems contributed to the evolution of PACS in healthcare settings?

By enabling reconstruction and stitching of images by radiologists (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge highlighted in the text regarding data management?

Increasing amount of data for decision-making (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the combination of hardware, software, data, people, procedures, and telecommunications networks in an organization's information system?

Information Systems (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of Administrative Systems in Healthcare Information Systems?

Exchange data among systems (C) Signup and view all the answers

What types of systems are part of a Healthcare Information System according to the text?

Clinical information systems and Administrative systems (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does HIS stand for in the context of Healthcare Information Systems?

Hospital Information System (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Clinical Decision-Support Systems (CDSS) in healthcare?

To assist physicians in diagnosis and treatment planning (C) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes passive CDSS from active CDSS?

Passive CDSS collect and communicate patient data, while active CDSS suggest diagnoses and treatment protocols (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of information system matches knowledge base against patient-specific information to generate conclusions for physicians?

Expert systems (A) Signup and view all the answers

What technology supports healthcare delivery to patients at remote locations?

Telemedicine (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using DICOM standards in Picture Archival and Communication Systems (PACS)?

Improvement in interoperability among different vendors' products (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which system uses statistical probability rather than expert knowledge collected from human beings?

Probabilistic algorithms (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of clinical reminders and alerts integrated into clinical computer applications?

To alert caregivers about potential medical conditions or problems (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should the contract with the vendor specify according to the text?

Training responsibilities and costs (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which group is responsible for training staff in their area according to the information provided?

First-line supervisors (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of system testing mentioned in the text?

To determine if information system goals have been met (C) Signup and view all the answers

What aspect is covered under database preparation according to the text?

Data files conversion from manual to computerized (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial step towards effective maintenance of a new system as mentioned in the text?

System documentation completeness testing (A) Signup and view all the answers

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 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is defining mock test data sets across systems important?

To validate migration programs end-to-end (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of executing migration routines in staging environments?

Iterating until quality benchmarks are achieved (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of data migration implementation, what is a crucial step for freezing programs during rollout?

Establishing checkpoints per methodology (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is tight integration workflows important for new system adoption?

To demonstrate development rigor (C) Signup and view all the answers

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 (C) Signup and view all the answers

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 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary factor to consider when planning the Software Development Plan within an IS Master Plan, based on the text?

Training requirements (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which staffing option is NOT typically considered in the Elements of an IS Master Plan according to the text?

In-house janitorial staff (C) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of database security and control requirements, what is a crucial aspect mentioned in the text?

Database normalization (B) Signup and view all the answers