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-If you have read your module, you know there are terms that we must pick from. So review the terms and let other members know what words you have chosen. =---Nydia=

__Standardized__ nursing __terminology__: A body of terms used in __nursing__ that is in some ways approved by an appropriate authority or by a general consent.

__Ergonomics__: In the United States, this term is used to describe the physical characteristics of equipment, for example, the optimal fit of a scissors to a human hand. In Europe, the term is synonymous with human factors. It is the interaction of humans with physical attributes of equipment or the interaction of humans and the arrangement of equipment in the work environment.



In summary, Standardized __nursing__ terminology is self-explanatory. It includes a group of terms that are accepted and utilized within the __nursing__ community. Nursing terminology is a mean by which nurses communicate with one another. This grealty supports nursing practice because it unifies the nursing community and supplies the nursing commnity with their own language. On the other hand, Ergonomics, shows how equipment and the human body interacts with one another. As seen in the pictures I posted, it is evident that the equipment is made to accomodate a person's body in a comfortable, working position. This should lead to less work-related injuries due to defaults in the equipment that nurses or any employees use. I posted a video, see below, that presents an ergonomic bedpan. This video is a good example on how ergonomics is used in nursing practice. For patients that have limited __mobility__ or even restricted to bedrest; this bedpan would be more favorable opposed to the normal steel bedpan. It decreases incidences of the patients becoming soiled from the own bodily excretions; it fits their buttocks properly; it is stable bedpan; and it is comfortable for male or female. I belive nurses should consider or introduce this particular equipment to their units to better __improve__ the simple tasks of day-to-day nursing. The terms relate to one another based on the fact nurses rely on the concept of ergonomics in order to complete their duties in a safe and appropriate manner. When they are using different types of equipment; they have to make sure they are using it properly such as, body lifts, __wheel chairs__; and something as simple as a computer and the chair. Ergonomics is great in making sure new productions of equipment benefits the consumers and prevents injuries.

Video on Ergonomics []

Works Cited:

Mastrian, K.G., & McGonigle, D. (2012). //Nursing Informatics and the Foundation of Knowledge.// 2nd Ed//.// Burlington, MA: Kevin Sullivan Publisher

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I also found some information on Ergonomics. This website is "The Ulitmate Guide to Ergonomics". It is ultimately a website with 50 tips for students on Ergonomics. []

This article explains the importance of a standardized nursing language to practice. [] Rutherford, M., (Jan. 31, 2008) "Standardized Nursing Language: What Does It Mean for Nursing Practice? "OJIN: The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing. Vol. 13 No. 1. DOI: 10.3912/OJIN.Vol13No01PPT05

---Carrie
__Data Mining__: A process of utilizing software to sort through data in order to discover patterns and ascertain or establish relationships. This process may help to discover or uncover previously unidentified relationships among the data in the database.

Video on Data Mining, //What is Data Mining?// []

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By using data mining in nursing, this will allow for doctors and __health care providers__ to make quality decisions more effieciently. This will allow for information to be analyzed together. Patterns can then be established and treatment can be started.

Works Cited:

Mastrian, K.G., & McGonigle, D. (2012). //Nursing Informatics and the Foundation of Knowledge.// 2nd Ed//.// Burlington, MA: Kevin Sullivan Publisher

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I did some research on data mining and came up with some additional information to help one better understand the term. This article, "Data Mining Applications in Healthcare" helps establish how data mining is used within the healthcare system. Here is the link to view the article: []

Works cited: Koh, H. C., & Tan, G. (2005). Data Mining Applications in Healthcare. //The Journal of Healthcare Information Management//, //19//(2), 64-72. Retrieved April 3, 2012, from []

---Jessica
__Data Warehouse (DW)__- An exremely large database or repository that stores all of an organization's or instituiton's data and makes this data available for data mining. A combination of an instituition's many different databases that provides management personnel flexible access to the data. This website said, "It separates analysis workload from transaction workload and enables an organization to consolidate data from several sources" (Data Warehousing Concepts, par. 2).

This a picture of data __warehouse__: 

It is basically a bunch of data from different places that is stored into one place and then everyone is able to access it

The following video describes how data mining and data warehouse relate to one another. []

Data warehousing supports nursing practice because it stores all different kinds of information such as patient records, lab values, pharmacy information, radiology information, and clinical documentation. All of these are patient centered, this means they contain the observations, interventions, and outcomes that were determined by the healthcare personnel. These types of systems used within the healthcare setting are referred to as electronic health record. The data warahouse makes this possible by taking all the different information categories and then compiling them into an easy and accessible form so all the healthcare team can access it easily.

__Work Cited:__

Data Warehousing Concepts. (n.d.). //Oracle Documentation//. Retrieved April 3, 2012, from []

Data Warehousing and Data Mining - YouTube. (n.d.). //YouTube - Broadcast Yourself.//. Retrieved April 3, 2012, from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fcDWHS9BwYk

Mastrian, K.G., & McGonigle, D. (2012). //Nursing Informatics and the Foundation of Knowledge.// 2nd Ed//.// Burlington, MA: Kevin Sullivan Publisher

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I found this video which explains why a data warehouse is beneficial and increases usability and accessibility of data. []

Work Cited: Benefits of a Data Warehouse - YouTube. (n.d.). YouTube. Retrieved April 4, 2012, from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGHbY_Sales

**---Alana**
"The extent to which a product can be used by specified users to achieve specified goals with effectiveness, efficiency, and satisfaction in a specified context of use."
 * Usability: **

Usability is a broad term that can be applied in many different contexts. It is desired in a range of things from smartphones to websites to databases used in the healthcare setting.

This video is a broad example of what usability is and what one should look for when defining usability. []

A database should provide a easy way to __access__ patient information depending on who is accessing the database at that time. For example if a PT is attempting the access a certain patients information, then they should be able to easily pull up the information that is relevant to them without having to weed through unnecessary info. Navigation should be easy to understand and frequently used options should be visible without having to search. The presentation of the home screen should be easy to navigate and color coded for easy visibility.

Work Cited: 10 Usability Heuristics - YouTube. (n.d.). YouTube - Broadcast Yourself. . Retrieved April 4, 2012, from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWc0Fd2AS3s&feature=related

__Business__ Center | Why Is Usability Important When Desiging A Website?. (n.d.). Websoul | Miami Web Design, Web Hosting, Domain Names, Web Marketing (SEO) & More. Retrieved April 4, 2012, from http://www.websoul.com/business-center/why-is-usability-important-when-desiging-a-website/

Online Browsing Platform (beta). (n.d.). ISO - International Organization for Standardization. Retrieved April 4, 2012, from http://www.iso.org/obp/ui/#search

=Addition:= While conducting research about usability and nursing, I came across the usability of electronic health records in nursing. I further researched this topic and found a YouTube video of why electronic health records can be effective, efficient, and satisfactory in the care of patients.

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Works cited:

//Electronic health record: a promising solution// [Web]. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HXr2_CKeqsw

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**Database:**

 * "**A structured set of data held in a computer, esp. one that is accessible in various ways," or " a comprehensive collection of related data organized for convenient access, generally in a computer."

Databases are used by nurses everyday in and outside of the hospital. The technology is becoming better and better everyday and now we have access to databases via our smartphones.



Above this text is a picture linked to the website of all the databases we use in nursing school. Not only have we used them in our informatics class, but they are where we go for most of the information gathering in any nursing subject or class. It is also accessible by our phones in the hospital if we need information. The nursing apps on our smart phones, like davis drug guide, are also considered databases. Having this access at our fingertips when we need it is indispensable and used on a daily basis by nurses not only in the Us, but across the world.

The database is related to the above terms like data mining because the database is what is being searched; it is similar to usability in that the database is the product that can be used to achieve  effectiveness, efficiency, and satisfaction. [|Linked]is an article containing a " description of what databases currently exist and provides examples showing the use of those databases for documenting nursing effectiveness." Databases are used in our every day work, and we need to use them for our patient's care.

Works Cited McCormick, K. A. (2001). //Nursing effectiveness research using databases//. Retrieved from http://www.ninr.nih.gov/NR/rdonlyres/B3322AAC-2C54-4309-BE83- E09AAD41D1AB/4746/NursingEffectivenessResearchUsingExistingDatabases.pdf

//Nursing and allied health databases//. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://library.nsula.edu/nursing-and-allied-health-databases/

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After researching information regarding databases and nursing, I was able to find a youtube video that explained how to search the CINAHL Research Database to find nursing journals that would help in finding information pertaining to nursing and the medical field.

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Works Cited: Tutorial | Searching CINAHL to find nursing journal articles- You Tube. McKillopLibrary (Jan. 8, 2010). retrieved from []. 2012

Human-Technology Interface:
The hardware and software through which the user interacts with any technology 9e.g., computers, patient monitors, smart phones, etc.). This is a new science that requires personnel of the medical field to understand how humans comprehend, interact, and use the new technologies such as the use of robots and laproscopic tools in surgery. "This enhances a person's ability while performing a task that requires a tool or synthetic device; it empowers the user by providing an understanding of the interaction between man and a tool, machine, computer, or other instrument" (Human Interface Technology, para 1).

Smart __phones__ are a prime example of how technology is changing for the nursing staff everywhere. This goes hand in hand with all of the terms described above because we are able to research everything via smartphones especially databases. Human technology interface is related to the above terms because we as nurses must be able to adapt to the ever changing technology in our world. By the usablility of databases along with data warehousing and mining, we use this system to cope with our new environments.

[] This video found on __you tube__ describes human-technology interface and how it is going to continue to expand forever.

Works Cited: //Smartphones for Nurses// (retrieved from) Healthcare Human Factors. []

Satava R. M., Ellis S.R. Human Interface technology, //An Essential Tool for the Modern Surgeon.(1994). Retrieved from// []

**Addition:**
The textbook states within the context of using a computer system, the human-technology interface is facilitated by the input and output of devices, such as: the key board, mouse, monitor, laser pen, USB, PDAs, and etc. Human-technology interface and Human-Computer interaction are use within the healthcare for safety and to better one's life r/t health.



Works Cited:

Mastrian, K.G., & McGonigle, D. (2012). //Nursing Informatics and the Foundation of Knowledge.// 2nd Ed//.// Burlington, MA: Kevin Sullivan Publisher

Providing Real Time Care at Chimei Medical Center. ADVANTECH DIGITAL HEALTHCARE. Retrieved April 12, 2012 from [].

**Human-Computer Interaction**
Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) is the study, planning, and design of what happens when a person and a computer work together. The goals of HCI are to produce usable and safe systems, as well as functional systems. In order to produce computer systems with good usability, developers must attempt to:(1)understand the factors that determine how people use technology, (2)develop tools and techniques to enable building suitable systems, and (3) achieve efficient, effective, and safe interaction.

When HCI are use correctly, it help reduce errors within the clinical setting.



Here is a video link that describes Human-Computer Interaction media type="youtube" key="KtvwustmEDI" height="315" width="560" Works Cited: Human-Computer Interaction and Your Site. Sitepoint. Retrieved April 12, 2012 from []

Human-Computer Interaction: Principles of Interface Design. Retrieved April 12, 2012 from []

What is HCI? - YouTube. (November 4, 2011.). YouTube. Retrieved April 12, 2012, from []

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After some further research I found this video that shows the interaction between technology and humans.

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Work cited:

Human computer Interaction - YouTube. (n.d.). //YouTube - Broadcast Yourself.//. Retrieved April 14, 2012, from []

---Jessica
__Interoperability__: Ability of various systems and organizations to work together to exchange information.

Here is a video to help one better understand Interoperability:

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http://youtu.be/a3ZB5-Jsh_c Simply put interoperaility is using different computer systems and networks inorder to exchange information and data without prior communication.

Within the healthcare setting interoperability can ensure that patient information is able to be assessed by a number of different departments. By using an interoperable system it will ensure that there will be less medical information errors and an easier way for healthcare professionals to view information and respond effectively.

This is also an article that talked about how useful interoperability systems were within the healthcare system. []

Work cited: Carroll, E. (2008, July 25). Interoperability Can Enable Healthcare Agility. //Database Applications without Coding | Iron Speed Designer//. Retrieved April 14, 2012, from []

Mastrian, K.G., & McGonigle, D. (2012). //Nursing Informatics and the Foundation of Knowledge.// 2nd Ed//.// Burlington, MA: Kevin Sullivan Publisher

Public Health Observatories - What is Interoperability?. (n.d.). //Public Health Observatories - Welcome to the APHO website//. Retrieved April 14, 2012, from []

Redirect Notice. (n.d.). //Google//. Retrieved April 14, 2012, from []&

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I found this video on youtube that explains the importance of interoperability in the healthcare system and how it not only is much more cost efficient but also how it saves more lives.

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The fact that when a patient comes into the hospital for any reason and they need to have records of any kind whether it be past medical history or allergies and the patient or patient's family is unable to remember in detail, the use of interoperability will allow the health care team to look up any needed information on the computer or any other device in a timely mannor that is practical.

Works Cited:

Lousiana and Interoperable Medical Records- You Tube (Feb. 27, 2008) //You Tube Broadcast Yourself.// Retrieved April 14, 2012, []

--Zach
__Computerized Provider Order Entry:__ (CPOE) This is a system that automates the way that orders have traditionally been initiated for patients. Clinicians place orders within these systems instead of using traditional handwritten transcription onto paper. These systems provide major safeguards by ensuring that physician orders are legible and complete, thereby providing a level of patient safety that was historically missing with paper-based orders. These systems provide decision support and automated alert functionality that was previously unavailable with paper-based orders.

After researching the CPOE system, I found this video on you tube that shows the importance and efficiency for not only the physicians but also the nurses, pharmacy, etc. []



This is an example of what a computerized physician order entry looks like.

The reason that this system is so much better than the original handwritten orders is because there is less possibility of any of the health care team members making a mistake on what the physician is ordering. This also allows the physician to make the orders on his own computer or the computer in the patient's room if need be. This system also will save money on the use of paper because if all of the patients in hospitals were to have handwritten orders, that would require a tremendous amount of paper which would in turn be very costly. The CPOE system is part of all the above terms because of the efficiency of use, and the use of our technology that allows for easy, reliable, and confidential tranfer of patient information in order to promote health.

Works Cited:

Mastrian, K.G., & McGonigle, D. (2012). //Nursing Informatics and the Foundation of Knowledge.// 2nd Ed//.// Burlington, MA: Kevin Sullivan Publisher

Meaningful Use: (CPOE) Computerized Physician Order Entry (April 15, 2010) You Tube Broadcast Yourself (Retrieved April 14, 2012) []

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--Zach

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I found this article that analyzes the benefits and costs of Computerized Physician Order Entry. CPOE: Benefits, Costs, Issues

Works Cited: Kuperman, G., & Gibson, R. (2003). Computer physician order entry: benefits, costs, and issues. // Annals Of Internal Medicine //, // 139 //(1), 31-39.

__Electronic Health Record (EHR):__
The term ‘electronic health record’ means an electronic record of health-related information on an individual that is created, gathered, managed, and consulted by authorized health care clinicians and staff.

This youtube video helps portray the importance of __electronic health records__. media type="youtube" key="a3ZB5-Jsh_c" height="315" width="560"

This picture shows how all the information can be in one place and be accessible to all __healthcare providers__ that need it.

__EHR__ are important in nursing because they allow the nurse to __access__ information about the client fast and efficiently. Every healthcare provider for the client can access the same information and provide a plan of care.

Like computerized provider order entries, this puts everything in one place and reduces redundancy and errors.

Works Cited: HIPAA.com

--Carrie

 * ---Miranda**
 * Decision Support System**

Clinical decision support embedded within __electronic health records__ provides a tool to ensure the right information is available where when and how clinicians need it and that clinicians follow the proper clinical processes. Information and knowledge is integrated into the electronic health record so nurses, physicians, pharmacists, and other allied health professionals can make timelier, accurate, and informed clinical decision at the point of care. Patient specific, real-time predictive analysis is used to identify a patient's risk for readmission and hospital acquired infections while the patient is still in the hospital. Protocols integrated into an electronic health record with a CDS system, may reduce the risk of errors that can lead to adverse drug events and can help physician assistants, nurses, and pharmacists when they initiate therapies. When integrated properly into a care setting CDS improves processes of care and allows staff to work more quickly and effectively. CDS makes the right thing to do the easy thing to do by helping clinicians remember information, skills, and procedures they likely already know with specifics and back-up research. Support systems are knowledge based software programs to help nurses and staff to compile useful information from data, documents, or personal knowledge to solve clinical problems and make decisions. This relates to the above terms because it is a tool that is used to advance nursing practice.

Works Cited Elsevier Clinical Decision Support: Impacting the Cost and Quality of Healthcare. Retrieved April 12, 2012 from []

The electronic health record is an electronic version of patient’s medical records. The data included in the record are relevant to the patient’s care. Some things maintained in the health record are demographics, progress notes, past medical history, vital signs, immunizations, laboratory results, and other important data that pertains to the patient. The EHR automates access to information and has the potential to streamline the clinician's workflow. The EHR also has the ability to support other care-related activities directly or indirectly through various interfaces, including evidence-based decision support, quality management, and outcomes reporting. The __EHR__ can improve patient care by:
 * ---Miranda**
 * ---Miranda**
 * Reducing the incidence of medical error by improving the accuracy and clarity of medical records.
 * Making the health information available, reducing duplication of tests, reducing delays in treatment, and patients well informed to take better decisions.
 * Reducing medical error by improving the accuracy and clarity of medical records.

Works Cited Electronic Health Records. Retrieved April 15, 2012 from http://www.cms.hhs.gov/Medicare/E-Health/EHealthRecords/index.html?redirect=/EHealthRecords/

Hope did a great job of explaining Human-Computer Interaction and made it very compelling. I was interested in finding a little bit more about it so I searched YouTube and found this interesting video. It helped me see how her term was related to mine which was system. Systems help improve Human-Computer Interaction. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7zb0EjzFPY&feature=results_main&playnext=1&list=PL27C635EE182143CE Work Citied: Context Aware Computing: Understanding Human Intention-You Tube. Ted Selker (Nov. 30, 2007). Retrieved from []. 2012. A **system** is a set of interacting or interdependent components forming an integrated whole. A number of open source operating systems are in use for desktop, server and mobile devices. The increase in mobile computing has also caused an increase in the use of open source operating systems. There are many closed source systems in use. The most widely used operating systems on personal computers, particularly desktop PCs, tend to be closed source, although open source alternatives are on the rise. Aside from the fundamentally different principles involved in choosing an open or closed source operating system, there are some major differences between the available systems for users. Most open systems are free; many users don't feel comfortable using them as they can be more difficult if you're not a computing expert. However, with mobile computing, the use of open source platforms is exposing these technologies to new users. The fundamental difference is that Android is open system and Apple is closed system The Pros and Cons of the two systems might better be explained by watching this video. [|**http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7M6xGvsaY0**] Work Citied: [|Open Vs. Closed Source Operating System | eHow.com][|http://www.ehow.com/info_8084277_open-closed-source-operating-system.html#ixzz1rwfv21fi] []
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 * ADDITION:**
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HITECH- Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act which was enacted in February 17, 2009. This Act is a portion for the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) which was enacted as a stimulus for our economy during the substantial recession. The Health Information Technology industry was included in the stimulus act in order to improve the economy and healthcare simultaneously. The HITECH act’s main purpose is to protect and secure electronic health records. Ultimately, the HITECH act improved HIPPA by enacting, regulations and standards as to what is considered a part of EHRs, who is able to access them, and increasing security of electronic health records.

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Ubiquity- state of being everywhere at once (or seeming to be everywhere at once). Presence in many places especially simultaneously. With changing models of healthcare delivery, information and knowledge should be available anywhere.

Works Cited Mastrian, K.G., & McGonigle, D. (2012). //Nursing Informatics and the Foundation of Knowledge.// 2nd Ed//.// Burlington, MA: Kevin Sullivan Publisher ---Rebecca

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Here is a video were the nurses are discussing their experience with transitioning to Health Information Technology.

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Work cited

Transitioning to Health Information Technology - YouTube. (June 24, 2011.). YouTube. Retrieved April 12, 2012, from []

Clinical Information Systems
Clinical information systems (CIS) are designed to collect patient data in real time. They enhance care by providing data at the clinician’s fingertips and enabling decision making where it needs to occur, such as the bedside. Clinical information systems are easy to assess and a patient-centered.

CIS contain many components....



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Works Cited:

MetaVision Tele-ICU:Centralized surveillance for tele-intensivist patient monitoring - YouTube. (May 22, 2011.). YouTube. Retrieved April 15, 2012, from []

Components of Clinical Information Systems. Emerald Insight. Retrieved April 15, 2012 from []

Mastrian, K.G., & McGonigle, D. (2012). //Nursing Informatics and the Foundation of Knowledge. // 2nd Ed //. // Burlington, MA: Kevin Sullivan Publisher

HOPE
= End-users: = Target users or consumers of software and computer technology; software or computing applications should be designed for the end user, the one who will be using it in the end.

Examples of end-user devices:



=--Alana=

Data is the raw building blocks; it consists of raw numbers, but lack context or meaning. Information is the application of structure or order to data, in an attempt to communicate meaning. Knowledge is an understanding of a specific subject, through experience or education. Typically, knowledge is used in terms of a person’s skills or expertise in a given area. Wisdom is defined as optimum judgment, reflecting a deep understanding of people, things, events or situations. A person who has wisdom can effectively apply perception and knowledge in order to produce desired results by comprehending objectively reality within a broader context.

This a video discussing The Data, Information, Knowledge and Wisdom Hierarchy. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2cORmA4MD8&feature=results_video&playnext=1&list=PLE4F441A7E1CEF515 Ritholtz, B. (n.d.). Intelligence Hierarchy: Data, Information, Knowledge, Wisdom | The Big Picture. The Big Picture. Retrieved April 15, 2012, from http://www.ritholtz.com/blog/2010/12/hierarchy-of-visual-knowledge/ The Data Information Knowledge Wisdom Hierarchy - YouTube. (n.d.). YouTube - Broadcast Yourself. . Retrieved April 15, 2012, from []