WGU C468 INFORMATION MANAGEMENT COMPLETE
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Competency 1: Foundations and TIGER Competencies (12 Questions)
Q1: The informatics nurse is presenting a workshop on TIGER-based competencies to
nursing staff. Which statement by a participant indicates understanding of these
competencies?
A. "Informatics competencies are only required for nurses in leadership positions."
B. "TIGER competencies focus exclusively on hardware and software management."
C. "All nurses should possess basic computer literacy, information literacy, and clinical
information management skills." [CORRECT]
D. "These competencies were developed primarily for IT professionals working in
healthcare."
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: TIGER (Technology Informatics Guiding Education Reform) competencies
establish that all nurses must demonstrate proficiency in three core areas: basic
computer literacy, information literacy, and clinical information management. Option A
is incorrect because TIGER competencies apply to all nurses regardless of position.
Option B is incorrect because competencies encompass more than hardware/software
management, including information literacy and clinical judgment. Option D is incorrect
,because TIGER competencies were specifically developed for nursing practice, not IT
professionals.
Q2: A nurse is demonstrating basic computer literacy skills. Which action best
exemplifies this competency?
A. Analyzing research studies on nursing interventions
B. Navigating the EHR system, using secure passwords, and managing email
communications [CORRECT]
C. Evaluating the cost-benefit analysis of new technology implementation
D. Developing policies for information governance
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Basic computer literacy involves practical skills in using computer systems,
software applications, and basic security practices. Option B demonstrates these
foundational skills. Option A represents information literacy. Option C demonstrates
analytic skills at a higher level. Option D is a leadership/ administrative function beyond
basic competency.
Q3: Which statement best describes the relationship between nursing informatics and
evidence-based practice?
A. They are separate disciplines with no significant overlap
B. Nursing informatics provides the tools and infrastructure to access, manage, and
apply evidence in clinical practice [CORRECT]
C. Evidence-based practice has replaced the need for nursing informatics
,D. Nursing informatics focuses only on technology, not clinical application
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nursing informatics bridges technology and clinical practice, providing
systems for accessing research databases, clinical decision support, and data analysis
tools that enable evidence-based practice. Option A is incorrect because they are highly
integrated. Option C is incorrect because informatics is essential for managing
evidence. Option D is incorrect because informatics explicitly focuses on clinical
application.
Q4: A nurse is evaluating online health information to share with a patient. Which action
demonstrates information literacy?
A. Printing the information because it appears on a professional-looking website
B. Checking the publication date, author credentials, and comparing with peer-reviewed
sources [CORRECT]
C. Selecting the first result from a search engine
D. Choosing information that supports the nurse's personal beliefs
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Information literacy requires critical evaluation of sources including currency,
authority, accuracy, and relevance. Option B demonstrates this systematic evaluation.
Option A relies on appearance rather than content quality. Option C is passive
information retrieval without evaluation. Option D introduces bias rather than objective
evaluation.
, Q5: The nurse is participating in the selection of a new clinical information system.
Which TIGER competency is most directly applied in this scenario?
A. Basic computer literacy
B. Information literacy
C. Clinical information management [CORRECT]
D. Cultural competency
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clinical information management involves understanding how information
systems support clinical workflows, patient care, and organizational needs. System
selection requires this higher-level competency. Options A and B are foundational but
insufficient for system evaluation. Option D, while important, is not a TIGER informatics
competency.
Q6: Which scenario demonstrates clinical information management competency?
A. A nurse creates a spreadsheet to track personal continuing education credits
B. A nurse uses the EHR to identify trends in patient outcomes and adjusts care
protocols accordingly [CORRECT]
C. A nurse learns to use a new smartphone application
D. A nurse teaches a patient how to access the patient portal
Correct Answer: B
SOLUTION GUIDE 2026/2027 | Application of Technology
Verified Answers | Pre-Assessment & OA | Pass Guaranteed -
A+ Graded
Competency 1: Foundations and TIGER Competencies (12 Questions)
Q1: The informatics nurse is presenting a workshop on TIGER-based competencies to
nursing staff. Which statement by a participant indicates understanding of these
competencies?
A. "Informatics competencies are only required for nurses in leadership positions."
B. "TIGER competencies focus exclusively on hardware and software management."
C. "All nurses should possess basic computer literacy, information literacy, and clinical
information management skills." [CORRECT]
D. "These competencies were developed primarily for IT professionals working in
healthcare."
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: TIGER (Technology Informatics Guiding Education Reform) competencies
establish that all nurses must demonstrate proficiency in three core areas: basic
computer literacy, information literacy, and clinical information management. Option A
is incorrect because TIGER competencies apply to all nurses regardless of position.
Option B is incorrect because competencies encompass more than hardware/software
management, including information literacy and clinical judgment. Option D is incorrect
,because TIGER competencies were specifically developed for nursing practice, not IT
professionals.
Q2: A nurse is demonstrating basic computer literacy skills. Which action best
exemplifies this competency?
A. Analyzing research studies on nursing interventions
B. Navigating the EHR system, using secure passwords, and managing email
communications [CORRECT]
C. Evaluating the cost-benefit analysis of new technology implementation
D. Developing policies for information governance
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Basic computer literacy involves practical skills in using computer systems,
software applications, and basic security practices. Option B demonstrates these
foundational skills. Option A represents information literacy. Option C demonstrates
analytic skills at a higher level. Option D is a leadership/ administrative function beyond
basic competency.
Q3: Which statement best describes the relationship between nursing informatics and
evidence-based practice?
A. They are separate disciplines with no significant overlap
B. Nursing informatics provides the tools and infrastructure to access, manage, and
apply evidence in clinical practice [CORRECT]
C. Evidence-based practice has replaced the need for nursing informatics
,D. Nursing informatics focuses only on technology, not clinical application
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nursing informatics bridges technology and clinical practice, providing
systems for accessing research databases, clinical decision support, and data analysis
tools that enable evidence-based practice. Option A is incorrect because they are highly
integrated. Option C is incorrect because informatics is essential for managing
evidence. Option D is incorrect because informatics explicitly focuses on clinical
application.
Q4: A nurse is evaluating online health information to share with a patient. Which action
demonstrates information literacy?
A. Printing the information because it appears on a professional-looking website
B. Checking the publication date, author credentials, and comparing with peer-reviewed
sources [CORRECT]
C. Selecting the first result from a search engine
D. Choosing information that supports the nurse's personal beliefs
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Information literacy requires critical evaluation of sources including currency,
authority, accuracy, and relevance. Option B demonstrates this systematic evaluation.
Option A relies on appearance rather than content quality. Option C is passive
information retrieval without evaluation. Option D introduces bias rather than objective
evaluation.
, Q5: The nurse is participating in the selection of a new clinical information system.
Which TIGER competency is most directly applied in this scenario?
A. Basic computer literacy
B. Information literacy
C. Clinical information management [CORRECT]
D. Cultural competency
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clinical information management involves understanding how information
systems support clinical workflows, patient care, and organizational needs. System
selection requires this higher-level competency. Options A and B are foundational but
insufficient for system evaluation. Option D, while important, is not a TIGER informatics
competency.
Q6: Which scenario demonstrates clinical information management competency?
A. A nurse creates a spreadsheet to track personal continuing education credits
B. A nurse uses the EHR to identify trends in patient outcomes and adjusts care
protocols accordingly [CORRECT]
C. A nurse learns to use a new smartphone application
D. A nurse teaches a patient how to access the patient portal
Correct Answer: B
