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Question 1:

A professional nurse is searching for information on confidentiality in nursing in a database. The nurse enters two key words (confidentiality, nursing) into the search interface of the database. The nurse retrieves too many records and does not have much time to review all the records. Which of the following Boolean Operators would be appropriate for the nurse to use with the key words to narrow the search?

A. Maybe B. Not C. And D. Or

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Maybe: This is not a valid Boolean operator.

Choice B:

Not: "NOT" excludes records containing a specific term, which could unintentionally exclude relevant records.

Choice C:

And: The "AND" operator narrows the search by retrieving only records that contain both keywords, "confidentiality" and "nursing," thus reducing the number of results.

Choice D:

Or: "OR" broadens the search by retrieving records that contain either keyword, leading to more results.

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Question 2:

Which statement best describes cyberchondria?

A. It is characterized as a personality disorder B. It reflects individuals who search online for health information C. It involves anxiety related to repeated and excessive online searches D. it is typical of most consumers who search for health information

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

It is not classified as a personality disorder.

Choice B:

While individuals with cyberchondria do search for health information online, the defining feature is the anxiety caused by these searches.

Choice C:

Cyberchondria is a term used to describe heightened anxiety that arises from compulsively searching for health-related information online, often leading to unnecessary worry about potential health conditions.

Choice D:

It is not typical of most consumers; it is specific to individuals with excessive and anxiety-driven search behaviors.

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Question 3:

Which statement best describes cyberchondria?

A. It is characterized as a personality disorder B. Cyberchondria is a term used to describe heightened anxiety that arises from compulsively searching for health-related information online, often leading to unnecessary worry about potential health conditions. C. It is typical of most consumers who search for health information D. It is typical of most consumers who search for health information

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

It is not classified as a personality disorder.

Choice B:

While individuals with cyberchondria do search for health information online, the defining feature is the anxiety caused by these searches

Choice C:

While individuals with cyberchondria do search for health information online, the defining feature is the anxiety caused by these searches

Choice D:

It is not typical of most consumers; it is specific to individuals with excessive and anxiety-driven search behaviors.

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Question 4:

Which one of the following databases provides access to systematic reviews of best research evidence and is considered the gold standard for meta-analysis of medical research?

A. Pubmed B. Psych Info C. Cochrane Library D. World Health Organization

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

PubMed is a comprehensive database for biomedical literature but is not specifically focused on systematic reviews.

Choice B:

Psych Info is a database for psychology-related research, not systematic reviews of medical evidence.

Choice C:

The Cochrane Library is renowned for providing high-quality systematic reviews and meta-analyses, considered the gold standard in evidence-based medical research.

Choice D:

The World Health Organization provides health-related resources but is not a systematic review database.

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Question 5:

A professional nurse is searching for information on vaccination among children in a nursing database. The nurse enters two key words (vaccines, children) into the search interface of the database. However, the nurse is unable to retrieve many records during the search. Which of the following Boolean Operators would be appropriate for the nurse to use with the key words to expand the search?

A. Not B. And C. Or D. Don't know

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Not: This would exclude records containing a specific term, further reducing the results.

Choice B:

And: This would narrow the search by retrieving only records that contain both keywords, which may not help in this situation.

Choice C:

Or: The "OR" operator expands the search by retrieving records that contain either keyword ("vaccines" or "children"), increasing the number of results.

Choice D:

Don't know: This is not a Boolean operator.

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Question 6:

A nurse is reviewing a client's electronic health record. Based on the nurse's understanding of data standards, which would the nurse identify as defining what data are shared?

A. Continuity of Care Document B. Clinical Document Architecture C. Electronic medical record D. Health information system

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Continuity of Care Document (CCD): The CCD defines the standardized format for sharing patient health information across healthcare systems, ensuring continuity of care.

Choice B:

Clinical Document Architecture (CDA): This is a framework for the structure of clinical documents but does not specifically define what data are shared.

Choice C:

Electronic medical record: This refers to a digital version of a patient’s paper chart but does not define shared data.

Choice D:

Health information system: This is a broader system that manages healthcare information but does not define the data-sharing standards.

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Question 7:

Which of the following best describes a recommended pace for a rollout of a new EHR?

A. Urgent B. Sudden C. Gradual D. Slow-moving

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Urgent: This approach may lead to errors, user dissatisfaction, and system failure due to inadequate preparation.

Choice B:

Sudden: This approach may lead to errors, user dissatisfaction, and system failure due to inadequate preparation.

Choice C:

Gradual: A gradual rollout allows for proper testing, staff training, and issue resolution, ensuring a smooth transition to the new EHR system.

Choice D:

Slow-moving: While careful planning is essential, excessively slow implementation may delay the benefits of the system.

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Question 8:

What term is used to identify requirements associated with the implementation of electronic health records (EHRS) that are designed to improve the delivery of health care?

A. Performance reporting B. Support activities C. Core functions D. Meaningful use

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Performance reporting: Involves tracking outcomes but is not a requirement for EHR implementation.

Choice B:

Support activities: These are secondary tasks, not core requirements.

Choice C:

Core functions: These describe essential features of an EHR but do not encompass the broader goals of meaningful use.

Choice D:

Meaningful use: This term refers to a set of criteria established to ensure that EHRs are used effectively to improve healthcare delivery, enhance patient safety, and facilitate data sharing.

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Question 9:

A nurse is part of a committee that is working to develop and implement an electronic documentation system. Which step would the committee do first during the initiating phase?

A. Identify the project goal B. Identify the risks C. Complete a needs assessment D. Prepare for scope creep

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Identify the project goal: While important, the goal is typically clarified after the needs assessment.

Choice B:

Identify the risks: Risk assessment occurs later in the planning phase.

Choice C:

Complete a needs assessment: This is the first step to determine the specific requirements and challenges within the organization, guiding the system's development.

Choice D:

Prepare for scope creep: Managing scope creep is a concern during project execution, not initiation.

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Question 10:

An electronic documentation system will be implemented in an agency. As part of the process, the staff is receiving education about the system and the overall benefits. Which benefit would be mentioned as the most important?

A. Improvement in client care outcomes B. Enhanced ability to extract information C. Availability of an audit trail for information D. Decreased decentralization of the healthcare delivery system

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Improvement in client care outcomes: The primary goal of implementing an electronic documentation system is to enhance patient safety, improve clinical decision-making, and ultimately improve health outcomes.

Choice B:

Enhanced ability to extract information: While beneficial, it is secondary to patient care outcomes.

Choice C:

Availability of an audit trail for information: This is essential for accountability but not the primary benefit.

Choice D:

Decreased decentralization of the healthcare delivery system: This is not a typical goal or benefit of electronic documentation systems.

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