Describe what a Health Information Exchange (HIE) is and think critically based on your understanding of the technology to provide at least one example suggesting how such a system could benefit a patient
Health information exchange (HIE) is a process that has been defined as "the electronic movement of health-related information among organizations according to nationally recognized standards."An HIE organization "over-sees and governs the exchange of health-related information among organizations ac-cording to nationally recognized standards." This term has often been used synonymously with regional health information organization (RHIO), which is a "health information organization that brings together health care stakeholders within a defined geographic area and governs health information exchange among them for the purpose of improving health and care in that community."?
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A. call forwarding to 9-1-1. B. 9-1-1 on speed dial. C. atriage notebook near each phone. D. anurse standing by to answer questions.
Your patient has a history of severe anaphylaxis and carries several auto-injectors. You have administered one of the auto-injectors, but the patient's condition continues to worsen. Which of the following is the next best course of action?
A) Continue supportive care en route to the hospital. B) Contact medical control. C) Divert transport to a hospital with critical care capabilities. D) Immediately administer a second auto-injector.
Which of the following locations is MOST likely to house hazardous materials?
A. Boutiques B. Lumberyards C. Daycare centers D. Residential neighborhoods
Anatomical features common to all rodents include:
A) the presence of dewclaws. B) Harderian glands on the roof of the mouth. C) long, chiseling teeth and strong jaw muscles. D) peg teeth and an absence of molars.