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iveyjurea · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

The Omaha System consists of components that capture: (Select all that apply.)

a. evaluation data.
b. cost data.
c. assessment data.
d. service delivery/activity data.

Question 2

What are the primary goals for using EHRs in home health and related community-based systems? (Select all that apply.)

a. To provide an effective and efficient method for tracking cost and related billing
b. To capture clinicians' documentation that supported interaction with patients at the point of care
c. To support clinical decision making and quality of care by presenting best practices and evidence-based practice options
d. To improve communication
e. To teach patients how to use technology

ghepp · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, C, D
The Omaha System is a standardized terminology designed to operationalize the nursing or problem-solving process. It consists of the Problem Classification Scheme (assessment), Intervention Scheme (service delivery/activities), and the Problem Rating Scale for Outcomes (evaluation). When nurses and other clinicians use the Omaha System, they can describe, quantify, and communicate details about their practice.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, D
Agency providers are embracing technology as an effective tool to manage all aspects of care. Patients do not participate in the development of EHRs.