Discuss the differences between the electronic medical record (EMR) and the electronic health record (EHR)
What will be an ideal response?
The EMR belongs to one health care institution, such as a doctor's office or hospital, and it must be interoperable (able to communicate and share information with the other computers and information systems) within that institution only. Ideally, the EHR is not the property of any one institution or practitioner. Eventually, it must be interoperable both nationally and internationally. The EHR is the property of the patient, who can access the record and add information. It must include information from all the health care providers and institutions that give care to the patient. Thus, the EHR eases communication among many practitioners and institutions. It is also a source for research in clinical areas, health services, patient outcomes, and public health as well as an educational source.
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1. Myocardial infarction pain does not occur in the absence of physical exertion or emotional stress. 2. Nitroglycerin should be placed sublingually and allowed to dissolve. 3. Orthostatic hypotension and headache are common side effects of nitroglycerin. 4. Angina pectoris never advances to myocardial infarction. 5. Pain associated with myocardial infarction is usually relieved by nitroglycerin.
What schedule of peak expiratory flow rate assessment would you recommend for a home care asthmatic patient?
a. 1 to 2 times daily (on rising and at bed-time) b. Once per day (on rising or at bedtime) c. 3 to 4 times daily (on rising, noon, 4 to 7 PM, bedtime) d. 1 to 2 times daily (at noon and around bedtime)
Which of the following is the metabolic pathway that regulates oxygen delivery to tissues?
a. EMP b. 2,3-BPG c. Methemoglobin reductase reaction d. Hexose monophosphate pathway
Which of the following is NOT true of a crash cart?
A. All supplies must be checked regularly on a crash cart. B. Only items that are within a medical assistant's scope of practice to use will be found in a crash cart. C. A crash cart must be restocked after every use. D. A crash cart resembles a large roll-around toolbox.