Which statement regarding the use of electronic medical records (EMR) is accurate as associated with quality improvement?
1. EMR has strong linkage to improving quality.
2. Much more research must be done before the impact of EMR on quality can be determined.
3. EMR does not affect the quality of care provided.
4. Although no research into the impact on quality exists, EMR must continue as it is federally mandated.
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Rationale 1: There is not enough research to prove a strong linkage.
Rationale 2: There is not enough research on using EMR and the quality of care provided to determine the impact.
Rationale 3: Not enough research has been done to make this statement.
Rationale 4: Research does exist, but it is insufficient to measure correlation.
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