Which system is an example of a core clinical application?
a. Scheduling system
b. Electronic health record
c. Claim scrubber
d. Physiologic monitoring system
ANS: B
The electronic health record is a core clinical application because it is used for every patient in every care situation. The scheduling system and claim scrubbers are revenue cycle applications. The physiologic monitoring system is an ancillary or specialty area system.
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a. Ambulate frequently, eat fresh fruits and vegetables, and drink 6 to 8 glasses of water daily. b. Do Kegel exercises daily, and drink 10 glasses of water a day. c. Self-administer a Fleet enema until normal bowel function returns. d. Take prescribed pain medication to relieve the discomfort of defecation.
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1. Bring the infant to the clinic for evaluation. 2. Give the infant at least 2 ounces of juice every 2 hours. 3. Measure the infant's urine output for 24 hours. 4. Provide the infant with 50 mL of glucose water.
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Which nursing interventions are necessary to safely administer this diazepam (Valium)? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Use a large bore needle to access the IV port. 2. Flush the intravenous (IV) line with saline. 3. Administer the diazepam (Valium) directly into a vein in the client's hand. 4. Dilute the diazepam (Valium) with xylocaine prior to administration. 5. Observe the IV tubing for cloudiness while administering the diazepam (Valium).