Database Design and EHR Systems Quiz

An EHR system is a type of database used in healthcare. Choose one: True or False

• True

• False

Which of the following is one of the primary focuses of database design?

• Data entry only

• The organization of data

• Deleting old data

• Backing up data

• None of the above

In a healthcare database, which of the following information is commonly included? (Select all that apply)

• Patient medical history

• Name and age

• Favorite color

• Diagnosis and treatment

• Employee salary data

Describe the difference between sorting and filtering data in healthcare databases.

What is a primary function of electronic health records (EHR) in healthcare?

• To increase paperwork and manual record-keeping

• To facilitate easier access to patient information for healthcare providers

• To restrict patient access to their own health information

• To eliminate the need for patient consent in sharing information

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of Electronic Health Records (EHRs)?

• Improved patient care coordination

• Enhanced security and privacy of patient data

• Unlimited physical storage requirements

• Faster access to patient records

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Unlimited physical storage requirements' because EHRs do not have unlimited physical storage, unlike the other benefits listed.