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colton · **on:** Jul 7, 2018

Integration is a massive project within institutions and enterprises. It generally requires more time and effort than originally projected. Which of the following are factors that may slow down the integration process? Select all that apply.

1. Unrealistic institutional timetable
2. Lack of agreement among merged institution
3. Insufficient documentation
4. Changing user specifications
5. Lack of vendor support

Question 2

Interface engines work in the background and are not seen by the user. This technology allows applications to interact with hardware and other applications.

Which of the following are considered benefits associated with the use of interface engines? Select all that apply. 1. Improves timeliness and availability of critical administrative and clinical data
2. Improves data quality because of data mapping and consistent use of terms
3. Allows clients to select the best system for their needs
4. Preserves institutional investment in existing systems
5. Preserves institutional investment in existing systems

ebonylittles · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 7, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1,2,3,4,5
Rationale: An unrealistic institutional timetable is often based on a lack of understanding of the complexity of the integration process.

Answer to Question 2

1,2,3,4,5
Rationale: 1. Improves timeliness and availability of critical administrative and clinical data
2. Decreases integration costs by providing an alternative to customized point-to-point interface application programming
3. Improves data quality because of data mapping and consistent use of terms
4. Allows clients to select the best system for their needs
5. Preserves institutional investment in existing systems
6. Simplifies the administration of health care data processing
7. Simplifies systems integration efforts
8. Shortens the time required for integration
9. Improves management of care, the financial tracking of care rendered, and efficacy of treatment