Multiple benefits have emerged from the use of structured ...

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Multiple benefits have emerged from the use of structured terminologies within health care records. Which of the following are considered benefits of the health information technology (HIT)? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Accurate, consistent meaning of data is collected and shared across the health care system.
  2. A plethora of data can be entered into the system manually.
  3. Clinical terminology enables the capture of data at the level of detail necessary for patient care documentation.
  4. Standardization in nursing documentation supports research across settings on patient outcomes and interoperability.
  5. Patient identification and outcomes are clearly shared throughout the systems.

Question 2

Implementing standardized terminology has many benefits to multiple beneficiaries. Which of the following are benefits of standardized terminology? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Patients
  2. Providers
  3. Health care organizations
  4. Health care industry
  5. Informational technicians

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Answer to Question 1

1,3,4
Rationale: -Supports data mining

Answer to Question 2

1,2,3,4
Rationale: Beneficiaries include the patient, the provider, the organization, and the health care industry in general. Using standardized terminologies ensures compliance with standards coming forth for meaningful use, quality measures, and interoperability. Terminology facilitates the monitoring of trends and problems of the health of populations, developing clinical decision support, and expanding our knowledge of diseases and treatments and outcomes through research and clinical data mining.