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bobypop · **on:** Jul 7, 2018

While most hospitals have some level of automation, few have attained a fully electronic environment.

Health care Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) analytics created an EMR adoption model that identifies eight levels of EMR capabilities. Your hospital has been designated as a Stage 3 facility. Which of the following is accurate about an organization at Stage 3 level? 1. Computerized provider order entry (CPOE) and better EBP clinical decision support is available.
2. Some clinical automation exists.
3. Basic clinical documentation is required.
4. Major ancillary clinical systems are all installed (laboratory, pharmacy, and radiology systems).

Question 2

Which of the following topics must be addressed when giving a presentation to physicians on the benefits of the electronic medical record (EMR)? Select all that apply.

1. Easier access to previous documented encounters
2. Facilitation of clinical pathways
3. Chart access speed
4. Trends and graphics are not available on demand
5. Reduced liabilities through accurate documentation

lolol · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 7, 2018

Answer to Question 1

3
Rationale: Basic clinical documentation is required for Stage 3. The stages of the model range from minimal automation at stage 0 to full automation at stage 7. Each subsequent stage presumes the existence of the functionalities listed for the preceding stage. Your choice Computerized provider order entry (CPOE) and better EBP clinical decision support matches Stage 4.

Answer to Question 2

1,2,3,5
Rationale: II. Facilitates critical and clinical pathways.
III. Chart access is faster.
IV. Trends and clinical graphics are available on demand.
V. Liabilities can be reduced through better documentation.
VI. Prompts are provided to ensure administration and
documentation of medications and treatments.