Understanding Electronic Health Records

Which of these is part of an electronic health record (EHR)?

• Patient demographics

• Car engine specifications

• Grocery lists

• Movie reviews

What does HIPAA stand for?

• Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

• Hospital Information and Patient Access Agreement

• Health Information Privacy and Access Act

• Hospital Insurance Policy and Accountability Act

Which of these is a diagnostic test in an EHR?

• X-ray

• Patient address

• Social media profile

• Insurance policy number

Where in an EHR can you find a patient’s allergy information?

• Medication

• Progress notes

• Patient demographics

• History and physical examination

What is the main purpose of progress notes in an EHR?

• To record updates about a patient’s condition

• To list family members

• To store billing info

• To display cafeteria menus

Which of the following is NOT a health data collection tool?

• Wearable medical devices

• Remote patient monitoring software

• Phone apps

• Television commercials

Which is a basic digital file organization skill?

• Creating folders for different documents

• Drawing a picture

• Writing a poem

• Cooking a meal

What can happen if health data is misused?

• Disciplinary action

• Free movie tickets

• Extra vacation days

• Higher salary

Which of these is a medication entry in an EHR?

• Amoxicillin 500mg, twice daily

• Patient’s favorite color

• Hospital cafeteria menu

• Doctor’s home address

What is the main purpose of medical coding in an EHR system?

• To classify diagnoses and procedures for billing and records

• To design hospital logos

• To schedule staff meetings

• To create social media posts