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dalyningkenk · **on:** Jul 7, 2018

PHRs and their functions are becoming more important in health care delivery systems. There are a multitude of benefits associated with the PHR. Which of the following is not a potential benefit associated with the PHR and laboratory tests?

1. May confuse and worry patients
2. Avoids letters and phone calls
3. Reduces patient waiting time
4. All data are confidential

Question 2

In its simplest form, the PHR is a stand alone system where the _______________ente rs data.

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 3

Some functionalities require integration between the PHR and a scheduling application. Which of the following is a benefit of this communication?

1. Integration between a scheduling application and the PHR allows the patient to locate a physician's practice in a new region.
2. Integration between a scheduling application and the PHR allows the patient to have instant access with a health care provider's staff.
3. Integration between a scheduling application and the PHR allows the patient to schedule an appointment without making a telephone call.
4. Integration between a scheduling application and the PHR allows the patient to send notes and updates to the health care provider's office.

cuttiesgirl16 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 7, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1
Rationale: Patients who obtain the results of tests and do not know how to interpret the results may become anxious until they are able to speak to their health care provider for the actual analysis.

Answer to Question 2

patient
Rationale : In its simplest form, the PHR is a stand alone system where the patient enters his or her own data. On the other hand, PHR functionality can be provided by allowing patients to view their own health information that is stored in their health care provider's EHR. There are commercially available PHRs ranging from stand-alone systems to Web-based applications.
Global Rationale:

Cognitive Level: Analyzing
Client Need: Safe Effective Care Environment
Client Need Sub: Management of Care
Nursing/Integrated Concepts: Communication and Documentation
Learning Outcome:

Answer to Question 3

3
Rationale: Integration between a scheduling application and the PHR allows the patient the ability to request an appointment or confirm a specific appointment. Similar to selecting a seat on an airline flight, a patient is shown available slots for the visit (or care type--e.g. eye exam) and clicks on a desired time.