MCQ HIS Chap 4

Simple Recall / Fact-Based (4 items)

Information processed from data and interpreted to have meaning is known as:
A) Information
B) Software
C) Hardware
D) Database

Correct answer: A

A structured collection of interrelated data shared by many users is called:
A) Knowledge Base
B) Database
C) Procedures
D) Network

Correct answer: B

A category of software that includes operating systems and utilities to manage hardware resources:
A) Application Software
B) Database Software
C) System Software
D) Telecommunication Software

Correct answer: C

The people involved in analyzing needs, designing systems, writing programs, and maintaining software are:
A) People
B) Processes
C) Knowledge Managers
D) Networks

Correct answer: A

Best-Answer / Application Scenario (5 items)

A nursing administrator needs summarized information to decide on ward allocations. Which system suits the task?
A) Management Support System
B) Operations Support System
C) Database Management System
D) Network Support System

Correct answer: A

A laboratory wants real-time communication between analyzers and the LIS through cables. Which IT component is involved?
A) People
B) Hardware
C) Telecommunications
D) Procedures

Correct answer: C

A clinic upgrades its computer units to improve storage and processing. What IT component is being improved?
A) Hardware
B) Database
C) Network
D) Software

Correct answer: A

In SDLC, users are trained while old data is transferred to the new system. This corresponds to:
A) Implementation
B) Planning
C) Analysis
D) Support

Correct answer: A

When an information system contributes to faster report turnaround time in a hospital, it serves what purpose?
A) Operational efficiency improvement
B) Knowledge expansion
C) Legal documentation
D) Telecommunication enhancement

Correct answer: A

Relationship-Based (3 items)

Match the database model with its structure:
A) Relational — tables
B) Hierarchical — random links
C) Network — unrelated nodes
D) Object-oriented — plain text files

Correct answer: A

SDLC proper sequence:
A) Analysis → Planning → Design → Implementation → Support
B) Planning → Analysis → Design → Implementation → Support
C) Design → Support → Planning → Analysis → Implementation
D) Planning → Support → Analysis → Implementation → Design

Correct answer: B

Operations Support Systems mainly:
A) Support daily business transactions
B) Summarize reports for decision-making
C) Focus only on clinical interpretation
D) Convert data into knowledge rules

Correct answer: A

Odd One Out / EXCEPT (3 items)

Which is NOT a component of information technology?
A) Networks
B) Procedures
C) Databases
D) Marketing Strategy

Correct answer: D

All of the following are examples of system software, EXCEPT:
A) Antivirus
B) Operating System
C) Compiler
D) Spreadsheet Program

Correct answer: D

The following are SDLC activities, EXCEPT:
A) Conduct detailed analysis
B) Identify project development team
C) Install system hardware
D) Create laboratory results

Correct answer: D

Simple Recall / Fact-Based (4 items)

An arrangement of data, processes, people, and IT that interact to collect, process, store, and provide information to support an organization is called:
A) Information System
B) Health Informatics
C) Database Network
D) Telecommunication System

Correct answer: A

What term refers to the combination of computer technology with data and telecommunications technology?
A) Knowledge Base
B) Information Technology
C) Operations System
D) Data Architecture

Correct answer: B

Raw facts that must be formatted for storage and use are referred to as:
A) Knowledge
B) Procedures
C) Data
D) Information

Correct answer: C

Which component of information technology consists of physical devices such as computers and storage units?
A) Software
B) Procedures
C) Database
D) Hardware

Correct answer: D

Best-Answer / Application Scenario (5 items)

5. A hospital intends to improve accuracy of patient billing by recording every service provided. Which type of Information System would best support this operational task?
   A) Operations Support System
   B) Management Support System
   C) Object Database
   D) Data Warehouse

Correct answer: A

A medical technologist needs a system that summarizes laboratory performance reports to support decisions on staffing and supply needs. This BEST illustrates which system type?
A) Operations Support System
B) Management Support System
C) Network Information System
D) Development Life Cycle System

Correct answer: B

A hospital chooses a new program designed to store patient diagnostic images and allow physicians to review them remotely. Which IT component is primarily being utilized for remote access?
A) People
B) Hardware
C) Telecommunications
D) Procedures

Correct answer: C

During system installation, IT staff train users and convert all data to the new system. This occurs during which SDLC phase?
A) Analysis
B) Planning
C) Design
D) Implementation

Correct answer: D

A student nurse researches disease statistics using a centralized health database. What function of the database is being demonstrated?
A) Shared data to improve productivity and efficiency
B) Rules for secure data processing
C) Creating new system architecture
D) Interpretation of expert knowledge

Correct answer: A

Relationship-Based (3 items)

10. Which SDLC stage correctly matches its primary task?
    A) Analysis — convert data to new system
    B) Planning — allocate resources and prioritize project requests
    C) Design — install and test system
    D) Support — determine user requirements

Correct answer: B

LAN, WAN, MAN, and PAN are classifications based on:
A) System software structure
B) Ontology development
C) Network reach and complexity
D) Relationship among database tables

Correct answer: C

In IT components, which pairing is CORRECT?
A) Database — rules that govern program execution
B) People — storage of interrelated data
C) Procedures — specify communication media
D) Software — instructions for hardware operation

Correct answer: D

Odd One Out / EXCEPT (3 items)

13. The following are components of Information Technology, EXCEPT:
    A) Marketing Systems
    B) Software
    C) People
    D) Networks

Correct answer: A

Which does NOT belong to System Development Life Cycle core phases?
A) Design
B) Monitoring
C) Analysis
D) Implementation

Correct answer: B

All are database models discussed, EXCEPT:
A) Network Model
B) Hierarchical Model
C) Distributed Model
D) Relational Model

Correct answer: C