MHA 705 Exam 2 Q&A (90 Questions) Health Informatics, Computer Systems, Information Management 2026

This document contains a structured set of approximately 90 exam-style questions and 100% correct answers focusing on foundational concepts in health informatics and computer science. It covers essential topics such as hardware and software, input/output systems, data processing, and the role of computers in knowledge acquisition and information handling, as outlined in the early sections of the document. The material further explores key informatics principles including the information life cycle, information management (IM), information governance (IG), and enterprise information management (EIM). It also explains how healthcare professionals use digital tools to acquire, process, store, and disseminate data, highlighting the transition into the information age and the growing importance of technology in healthcare systems. Additionally, the document provides detailed breakdowns of processes such as data input, processing, storage, and output, along with concepts like metadata, information theory, and decision-making frameworks in digital environments. This aligns closely with textbooks such as Health Informatics: An Interprofessional Approach and Introduction to Health Care Informatics, commonly used in healthcare administration and informatics programs. This resource is suitable for courses such as Health Informatics, Healthcare Information Systems, Health Administration, and Computer Applications in Healthcare. It is particularly useful for students in Master of Health Administration (MHA) programs, health informatics students, and healthcare professionals seeking to strengthen their understanding of information systems and data management in healthcare. Keywords: health informatics, computer systems, hardware, software, input output systems, data processing, information management, information governance, enterprise information management, information life cycle, metadata, health information systems, data storage, knowledge management, healthcare technology, information science, digital health, data analysis, healthcare administration