Information Holders and Access Quiz

What are the 7 categories of information holders?

• Developed countries, Developing countries, Urban areas, Rural areas, Remote locations, Charities, Individuals

• Schools, Hospitals, Government, Businesses, Charities, Individuals, Urban areas

• Healthcare, Education, Rural areas, Developed countries, Community, Remote locations, Urban areas

• Business, Government, Individual, Education, Healthcare, Charity & Community, Comparison of Locations

Answer explanation

The 7 categories of information holders are Business, Government, Individual, Education, Healthcare, Charity & Community, and Comparison of Locations.

For each of the 7 categories, briefly describe 3 different pieces of information that may be stored by the information holder.

• Financial information, Medical history, Census data

• Births and deaths, Tax paid, Previous illnesses

• Product descriptions, Phone numbers, Internet access

• Addresses, Examination history, Financial earnings

Answer explanation

Addresses, examination history, and financial earnings are three pieces of information that may be stored by the information holder. These choices are correct because they are directly related to personal and financial records.

What is the digital divide?

• The gap between individuals and organisations in accessing information

• The divide between developed and developing countries in terms of technology

• The difference in internet speed between urban and rural areas

• The gap between people who do and do not have easy access to computers and networks

Answer explanation

The digital divide refers to the gap between people who do and do not have easy access to computers and networks.

Describe the differences in information access for the following locations: Developed vs. developing countries

• Developed countries have a more developed technology and industry base, Developing countries have more stable governments and faster access to the internet, Developed countries have more funding available for information infrastructures, Developing countries have less money spent on technology

• Developed countries have a more developed technology and industry base, Developing countries have unstable governments and slower access to the internet, Developed countries have more funding available for information infrastructures, Developing countries have less money spent on technology

• Developed countries have more funding for information infrastructures, Developing countries have faster access to the internet, Developed countries have unstable governments, Developing countries have a more developed technology base

• Developed countries have faster internet, Developing countries have more stable governments, Developed countries have more funding for technology, Developing countries have more access to computers

Answer explanation

Developed countries have a more developed technology and industry base, while developing countries have unstable governments and slower internet access. Developed countries also have more funding for information infrastructures, whereas developing countries spend less on technology.

Describe the differences in information access for the following locations: Urban vs. rural areas

• Urban areas have slower internet, Rural areas have higher population density, Urban areas have less funding for internet infrastructure, Rural areas have faster access to the internet

• Urban areas have a high population density, Rural areas have slower internet, Urban areas have more funding for internet infrastructure, Rural areas have slower access to the internet

• Urban areas have faster internet, Rural areas have a high population density, Urban areas have more funding for internet infrastructure, Rural areas have slower access to the internet

• Urban areas have faster internet, Rural areas have slower internet, Urban areas have more funding for internet infrastructure, Rural areas have slower access to the internet

Answer explanation

Urban areas have faster internet, Rural areas have a high population density, Urban areas have more funding for internet infrastructure, Rural areas have slower access to the internet

Describe the differences in information access for the following locations: Remote locations

• Remote locations have limited internet access, Fast fixed broadband is cheap to install, Remote locations have no fixed internet access, Satellite broadband is designed for home use

• Remote locations have limited internet access, Fast fixed broadband is expensive to install, Remote locations have no fixed internet access, Satellite broadband has a high latency

• Remote locations have limited internet access, Fast fixed broadband is expensive to install, Remote locations have no fixed internet access, Satellite broadband has a low latency

• Remote locations have limited internet access, Fast fixed broadband is expensive to install, Remote locations have no fixed internet access, Satellite broadband has a high internet speed

Answer explanation

Remote locations have limited internet access, Fast fixed broadband is expensive to install, Remote locations have no fixed internet access, Satellite broadband has a high latency

What types of sensitive information might be found in a patient's medical record in a healthcare setting?

• Medical history, Social Security number, and financial information

• Favorite color, shoe size, and favorite food

• Number of pets, favorite movie, and favorite book

• Favorite vacation spot, favorite song, and favorite restaurant

Why is it important to protect sensitive information in a healthcare setting?

• To prevent identity theft and maintain patient privacy

• To make sure the hospital doesn't run out of paper

• To ensure the cafeteria has enough food for all the patients

• To make sure the hospital has enough beds for all the patients

What measures can be taken to protect sensitive information in a healthcare setting?

• Using strong passwords, encrypting data, and limiting access to information

• Leaving all the doors open, using weak passwords, and sharing passwords

• Writing down all passwords, leaving computers unattended, and sharing patient information with everyone

• Using the same password for everything, leaving patient files out in the open, and not using any security measures

What is considered non-sensitive information in a hospital setting?

• Patient's medical history and financial information

• General hospital news and public health announcements

• Employee's personal email and home address

• Patient's social security number and insurance details