It has been determined from previous experience that eight hours ...

[EY67]

It has been determined from previous experience that eight hours is the minimum time necessary for staff nurses to obtain initial training on the new system. Which of the following is the best way to schedule this training?
 
  1. One eight-hour session is offered six weeks prior to go-live, where employees drop in when they are caught up with work assignments.
  2. Eight one-hour sessions are scheduled one month prior to go-live, starting immediately after the employee's shift has ended.
  3. Four two-hour sessions are scheduled three months prior to go-live during non-scheduled work time.
  4. Two four-hour sessions are offered one month before go-live during non-scheduled work time.

Question 2

The electronic health record (EHR) provides the database needed to support research and evidence-based practice. Which of the following best depicts the use of the EHR in the collection of data?
 
  1. Only experienced clinicians understand the usage of EHR data.
  2. Incorporation of evidence-based guidelines into the EHR can improve the quality of care.
  3. Extrapolating data from an EHR can be a lengthy process and counterproductive.
  4. The EHR can be a reservoir for research studies.

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Answer to Question 1

4
Rationale: The correct answer is two four-hour sessions are offered one month before go-live during non-scheduled work time.. Training is best when done within one month of go-live and offered at times when the employees are off work. Otherwise, they may be too tired or stressed to obtain the information. For eight hours of training, two four-hour sessions are preferred.

Answer to Question 2

2
Rationale: The EHR provides the database needed to support research and evidence-based practice and has the potential to change and shape care practices. Incorporation of evidence-based guidelines into the EHR and the ability to access data driven information at the bedside puts care and support literally in the hands of clinicians, standardizes evidence-based care, improves quality, and ultimately advances care for patients and satisfaction for providers.