developing health information systems

What is the purpose of a Business

Requirements Document (BRD) in

requirements gathering?

a. To describe the functional requirements

of a software system in business terms.

b. To provide a project timeline and budget for

a software development project.

c. To document detailed technical

specifications for a software system.

d. To document the testing and validation

procedures for a software system.

To describe the functional requirements of a software system in business terms

Which of the following is a key phase of the

Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)?

a. User acceptance testing

b. Maintenance

c. Implementation

d. All of the above

All of the above

Which level of data maturity is focused on

analyzing historical patient data to

determine the reasons behind past

outcomes, such as identifying factors that

led to increased hospital readmission

rates?

a. Predictive

b. Diagnostic

c. Prescriptive

d.Descriptive

Diagnostic

What is the primary purpose of GitHub?

a. Version control system for software

development

b. Cloud storage platform for files and

documents

c. Online marketplace for software and

services

d. Social media platform for developers.

Version control system for software

development

What is the difference between UI and UX

design?

a. UI design focuses on the functionality and

user experience, while UX design focuses

on the look and feel of a product.

b. UI design and UX design are essentially the

same and can be used interchangeably.

c. UI design is focused on developing

back-end functionality, while UX design is

focused on front-end design.

d. UI design focuses on the look and feel of

a product, while UX design focuses on

the functionality and user experience.

UI design focuses on the look and feel of a product, while UX design focuses on the functionality and user experience.

Which of the following statements is true

about CRUD operations?

a. The "Delete" operation removes specific

data from the storage system.

b. The "Update" operation is synonymous with

the "Create" operation.

c. The "Read" operation can only be

performed in relational databases.

d. CRUD operations cannot be implemented

using APIs

The "Delete" operation removes specific data from the storage system.

Which HTTP method should be used when

the client needs to replace an existing

resource entirely with a new resource?

a. DELETE

b. PUT

c. POST

d. GET

PUT

Which of the following are both traditional

frontend technologies?

a. HTML and CSS

b. JavaScript and SQLAlchemy

c. SQL and JavaScript

d. HTML and Go

HTML and CSS

What are functions used for in Python?

a. Functions are used to store data in Python.

b. Functions are used to display output in

Python.

c. Functions are used to create loops in

Python.

d. Functions are used to define reusable

blocks of code in Python.

Functions are used to define reusable

blocks of code in Python.

What is a port in networking?

a. A type of software used to manage network

traffic and connections.

b. A set of protocols used to transmit data

between devices within an internal network

only.

c. A physical card or wire on a device used to

connect to a network.

d. A unique numerical identifier used to

direct network traffic to a specific

application or service.

A unique numerical identifier used to

direct network traffic to a specific

application or service.

Which Python package is best suited for

building APIs quickly and easily?

a. Pandas

b. Numpy

c. Flask

d. Matplotlib

c. Flask

What is the primary benefit of using a

relational database for healthcare data

compared to a non-relational database?

a. Better storage and retrieval of unstructured

data.

b. Easier mapping of data into objects.

c. Enhanced data consistency and support

for complex queries due to relationships

and values related to standardized

datasets like HCPCS, CPT, and ICD.

d. Improved scalability across geographically

dispersed regions.

Enhanced data consistency and support for complex queries due to relationships and values related to standardized datasets like HCPCS, CPT, and ICD.

The GET HTTP method retrieves data from

a server without modifying it.

a. True

b. False

True

Which of the following is a reason why

EMRs are often perceived as complex and

receive low approval ratings from care

providers?

a. EMRs are not designed to meet the specific

needs of individual care providers and

organizations

b. EMRs are expensive and require significant

financial investment to implement

c. EMRs are difficult to use and require

extensive training to operate effectively

d. All of the above

All of the above

What is the difference between a string and

an integer variable in Python?

a. A string variable stores text, while an

integer variable stores numerical values.

b. A string variable stores Boolean values,

while an integer variable stores text.

c. A string variable stores numerical values,

while an integer variable stores text.

d. A string variable stores numerical values,

while an integer variable stores Boolean

values.

A string variable stores text, while an

integer variable stores numerical values

Which of the following is a SMART

objective?

a. Improve patient satisfaction.

b. Increase patient satisfaction.

c. Implement a new patient feedback system.

d. Increase patient satisfaction by 10%

within the next 6 months by

implementing a new patient feedback

system.

Increase patient satisfaction by 10%

within the next 6 months by

implementing a new patient feedback

system.

What does a 400 HTTP status code

indicate?

a. A successful request with a response body.

b. A request that encountered an error on

the client side.

c. A request that requires additional

authentication.

d. A request that was redirected to a different

URL.

A request that encountered an error on the client side.

Which of the following accurately describes

the function of a Domain Name System

(DNS)?

a. It helps in managing database queries.

b. It resolves domain names to their

respective IP addresses.

c. It facilitates communication between

frontend and backend systems.

d. It stores static web pages for browsers to

access.

It resolves domain names to their

respective IP addresses.

What does the acronym HIT stand for?

a. Health Information Tracking

b. Health Insurance Taxonomy

c. Health Information Technology

d. Health Informatics Technology

Health Information Technology

What is the purpose of the Pandas

package in Python?

a. Pandas is a package for frontend design

in Python.

b. Pandas is a package for backend

development in Python.

c. Pandas is a package for data analysis

in Python.

d. Pandas is a package for general

computing in Python.

Pandas is a package for data analysis

in Python.

What does a 500 HTTP status code

indicate?

a. A request that was redirected to a different

URL.

b. A request that requires additional

authentication.

c. A successful request with a response body.

d. A request that encountered an error on

the server side.

A request that encountered an error on the server side.

What is a Gantt chart?

a. A design specification for a product or

service.

b. A narrative that describes the user's

experience with a product or service.

c. A list of requirements for a product or

service.

d. A tool used to track project progress and

deadlines.

A tool used to track project progress and deadlines.

What is the purpose of HTML, CSS, and

JavaScript in web development?

a. HTML, CSS, and JavaScript are all used for

styling and layout.

b. HTML is used for dynamic interactions and

functionality, CSS is used to structure

content, and JavaScript is used for styling

and layout.

c. HTML is used to structure content, CSS

is used for styling and layout, and

JavaScript is used for dynamic

interactions and functionality.

d. HTML, CSS, and JavaScript are all used for

dynamic interactions and functionality.

HTML is used to structure content, CSS is used for styling and layout, and

JavaScript is used for dynamic

interactions and functionality.

What is the main difference between CPT

(Current Procedure Terminology) and

HCPCS (Healthcare Common Procedural

Coding System)?

a. CPT codes are used for diagnostic

purposes, while HCPCS codes are used for

treatment procedures.

b. CPT codes are used for reporting inpatient

procedures, while HCPCS codes are used

for outpatient procedures.

c. CPT codes are used for reporting

physician services and is a view as a

level I code, while HCPCS codes are used

for reporting services provided by

healthcare professionals other than

physicians (level II and III).

d. CPT codes are used for outpatient

procedures, while HCPCS codes are used

for inpatient procedures.

CPT codes are used for reporting

physician services and is a view as a

level I code, while HCPCS codes are used for reporting services provided by healthcare professionals other than

physicians (level II and III).

What is the purpose of the Flask package

in Python?

a. Flask is a package for data analysis in

Python.

b. Flask is a package for scientific computing in

Python.

c. Flask is a package for web development

in Python.

d. Unselected, Flask is a package for machine learning in Python.

Flask is a package for web development in Python.

Which of the following is an example of

foundational interoperability?

A clinic using an HL7 interface to send

patient data

The HITECH Act primarily

incentivized which of the following

The adoption of EHRs

Which of the following is a modern

standard designed to simplify

healthcare data exchange via APIs?

FHIR

Encryption

Converting data into an unreadable

format for unauthorized users

Example of a regulatory barrier towards

interoperability

Varying state and federal policies

What do HTTP status codes indicate:

a. The security of a website

b. The speed of a website

c. The response status of a request made to

a web server

d. The type of content served by a website

The response status of a request made to a web server

Which level of data maturity involves uding

advanced analytics to recommend specific

actions for improving patient outcomes,

such as suggesting personlaized treatment

plans based on predicted risks and

resource availability?

a. Prescriptive

b. Descriptive

c. Diagnostic

d. Dredictive

Prescriptive

How does the relationship between the 3

P's (Patients, Providers, and Payers)

impact the delivery of healthcare services?

The 3 Ps are interdependent and must

work together to deliver high quality

healthcare services that are accessible

and affordable to patients

Of the following lists, which correctly

identifies the three types of data structures

commonly used to categorize healthcare

data?

Structured, semi-structured, unstructured

What is a user story?

a. A narrative that describes the user's

experience with a product or service

b. A list of requirements for a product or

service

c. A project management tool used to track

progress and deadlines

d. A design specification for a product or

service

A narrative that describes the user's

experience with a product or service

What does the acronym SMART stand for?

Specific

Measurable

Achievable

Relevant

Timely

The main difference between HTTP and

HTTPS is that HTTPS uses encryption to

protect data, making it more secure.

a. True

b. False

True

What port number is used for HTTPS?

a. 1433

b. 8080

c. 80

d. 443

443

What is the main difference between

waterfall and agile development

methodologies?

Waterfall is a sequential linear approach to web development while Agile is an iterative

incremental approach

What do HTTP status codes indicate?

a. the security of a website

b. the response status of a request made to a web server

c. the speed of a website

d. the type os content by a website

The response status of a request made to a web server

Which of the following is an example of an EMR function?

a. patient registration

b. provider communication

c. billing and coding

d. all of the above

all of the above

What is the term used to describe the ability of different EMR systems to exchange data and work together?

a. EMR integration

b. EMR interoperability

c. EMR synchronization

d. EMR standardization

EMR interoperability

Which of the following HTTP Status codes indicate a successful request?

a. 200

b. 400

c. 300

d. 500

200

What are loops used for in Python?

a. loops are used to store data in python

b. Loops are used to repeat a block of code multiple times in python

c. Loops are used to define reusable blocks of code in python

d. loops are used to display output in python

Loops are used to repeat a block of code multiple times in python

What does CRUD stand for in web development?

a. Create, Read, Update, Delete

b. Compose, Read, Unpublished, Discard

c. Collect Retrieve, Update, Discard

d. Create, Read, Upload, Delete

Create, Read, Update, Delete

What are the Three Ps of Health Informatics?

a. Professional, Practices, Protocols

b. People, Processes, Products

c. Planning, policy, Practice

d. Patients, Providers, Payers

Patients, Providers, Payers

What is Python and who uses it?

a. a type of healthcare analytics software used to analyze clinical data

b. a type of electronic medical record (EMR) system used by healthcare organizations

c. A type of programming ;language used primarily by healthcare providers

d. A popular general- purpose programming language used by data scientists, software developers and researchers

A popular general- purpose programming language used by data scientists, software developers and researchers

What does the acronym HIS stand for?

a. Health Insurance system

b. Hospital Information system

c. Health Information system

d. Health Informatics software

Health Information system

What is the first step in problem identification process?

a. Evaluating the solution

b. Defining the problem

c. Implementing the solution

d. Developing a solution

Defining the problem

What is the difference between an intranet and the internet?

a. An intranet and the internet are essentially the same thing and can be used interchangeably.

b. An intranet is a wireless network, while the internet is a wired network.

c. An intranet is a private network used within an organization, while the internet is a public network used to connect computers and devices worldwide.

d. An intranet is a public network used to connect computers and devices worldwide, while the internet is a private network used within an organization.

An intranet is a private network used within an organization, while the internet is a public network used to connect computers and devices worldwide.

What is the main difference between ICD-10 and ICD-10-CM?

a. ICD-10 is the international standard for disease classification, while ICD-10-CM is a clinical modification specifically used in the United States.

b. ICD-10 is used for general medical purposes, while ICD-10-CM is used for psychiatric disorders.

c. ICD-10 is a digital version of the ICD-10 codex, while ICD-10-CM is a printed version.

ICD-10 is the international standard for disease classification, while ICD-10-CM is a clinical modification specifically used in the United States

What is the difference between emic and etic perspectives?

a. Emic perspectives are based on objective observations and data, while etic perspectives are based on subjective experiences and opinions.

b. Emic perspectives are focused on the internal experience of individuals or groups, while etic perspectives are focused on external observations and comparisons across cultures.

c. Emic perspectives are used in healthcare research, while etic perspectives are used in business and marketing.

d.There is no difference between emic and etic perspectives.

Emic perspectives are focused on the internal experience of individuals or groups, while etic perspectives are focused on external observations and comparisons across cultures.

What does the term CPT code refer to?

a. CPT code refers to the Clinical Pathway Tracking code, which is a system used to monitor patients' progress along a specific treatment plan.

b. CPT code stands for Certified Pharmacy Technician code, which is a designation given to pharmacy technicians who have completed specific training and certification requirements.

c. CPT code refers to the Centralized Patient Tracking code, which is a system used to monitor patients' movements within a healthcare facility.

d. CPT code stands for Current Procedure Terminology code, which is a standardized system used for reporting medical procedures and services performed by healthcare professionals.

CPT code stands for Current Procedure Terminology code, which is a standardized system used for reporting medical procedures and services performed by healthcare professionals.

What does the acronym HIM stand for?

a. Health Insurance Management

b. Health Information Management

c. Health Informatics Management

d. Hospital Information Management

Health Information Management

What does a 200 HTTP status code indicate?

a. A request that requires additional authentication.

b. A request that was redirected to a different

URL.

c. A request that encountered an error on the server.

d. A successful request with a response

A successful request with a response

The main difference between the intranet and the internet is that the intranet is intended for internal use within an organization.

a. True

b. False

True