Which of the following is considered a major challenge with public health informatics (PHI)?
1. Need to have additional terminals in neutral locations
2. Need to have stronger linkages and interface between and among providers and systems
3. Need to convince health care providers of PHI benefits
4. Need for additional research on PHI effectiveness
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Rationale: One of the major challenges with PHI is the need to have stronger linkages and interface between and among providers and systems to enhance communications particularly related to man-made and natural disasters around the globe.
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