Which of the following best defines a tethered PHR? 1. A ...

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Which of the following best defines a tethered PHR?
 
  1. A tethered PHR is inextricably linked to a single entity or health system.
  2. A tethered system is a stand alone system.
  3. A tethered system can be found on a thumb drive.
  4. A tethered system cannot access a patient portal.

Question 2

Which of the following are characteristics of stand-alone PHRs? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Patient accessible information is tethered to data in a specific health system's EHR.
  2. Some fully standalone applications are available commercially.
  3. The PHR is not tied to any particular health care system.
  4. Some fully standalone applications are available in formats such as smart card, CD, or flash drive.
  5. Standalone PHRs such as those on thumb drive devices have been found to have significant security risks.

Question 3

The PHR is considered a ___________________ _____ lifetime health record.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Answer to Question 1

1
Rationale: A tethered PHR is inextricably linked to a single entity or health system. Through a secure connection, select elements of the EHR can be accessed such as medication lists, test results, visit history and after-visit summaries. Additional functionality may be provided with a tethered PHR, such as online medication refills or secure messaging with a provider or health care team. In essence, these tools are the patient-facing component of the EHR.

Answer to Question 2

2,3,4,5
Rationale: Standalone systems are not tied to another health care system. Some fully standalone applications are available commercially through the Internet or other formats such as smart card, CD, or flash drive. These tools rely on an individual or caregiver to enter their own health information. Standalone PHRs such as those on thumb drive devices have been found to have significant security risks

Answer to Question 3

consumer-centric
Rationale : The PHR is a consumer-centric, lifetime health record. Early forms were entirely paper-based. Recent developments make the PHR available via Internet connections
Global Rationale:

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