Informatics

Informatics

The use of information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making in nursing.

Nursing Informatics

The integration of technology and physical devices with nursing knowledge and clinical decision-making skills, defined as a component of clinical informatics.

Simulation

A method used in nursing education to mimic real experiences, allowing students to practice clinical decision-making and nursing skills.

Clinical Information System

A computer system facilitating instant retrieval of client information primarily used by nurses and providers at clinical points of care.

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

A computerized form of a client’s paper chart, shared among authorized providers, containing medical history, diagnoses, and testing results.

Adverse Drug Event (ADE)

An injury caused from a medical intervention related to medication.

Medication Error

A preventable error capable of causing harm or death to a client, often occurring during the medication administration process.

Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM)

A form of telehealth that tracks client information and facilitates the rapid transfer of data to healthcare providers using various devices.

Health Literacy

The ability to read, write, and understand health-related information significantly impacting health outcomes.

Digital Health Literacy

The ability to search, obtain, understand, and evaluate information from electronic sources for health management.

HIPAA

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, a federal law enacted to safeguard clients’ medical health information.

Privacy Rule

A component of HIPAA defining standards for the use and disclosure of protected health information (PHI).

Security Rule

A HIPAA component that specifically addresses the use and disclosure of electronic PHI, emphasizing safeguards against breaches.

Breach Notification Rule

Mandates reporting and responding to breaches of PHI, including notifying clients about any compromised information.

Clinical Pathways

Standardized methods of healthcare delivery based on evidence-based guidelines for specific groups of clients.

Meaningful Use

The use of certified EHR technology to improve health care service quality and client safety.