NR599 ACTUAL MIDTERM EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
The nurse understands that nursing informatics as a specialty area of practiced by
which statement ? - ANSWER--nursing language and the development of
databases for clinical information Research priorities for nursing informatics
includes the development of a standard
Which statement by the nurse verifies that nurse is " information literate " ? -
ANSWER--understand how to research for a website and evaluate its usefulness
for health care needs information
3. What is information ? - ANSWER--Data that can be interpreted . EX : Pt's temp .
Grouping of data process into meaningful Structured form
The nurse gathers much data when caring for clients . Which is an example of the
higher - level " information " useful in caring for clients ? - ANSWER--After
receiving Rocephin 1.0g IV yesterday , the client reported feeling better
Which statement best distinguishes the difference between information literacy
and computer Literacy ? - ANSWER--Information literacy forms the basis for
ongoing learning whereas computer literacy refers to a familiarity with the use of
personal computers
Which statement indicates the appropriate level of informatics competencies to
the correct nurse ? - ANSWER--A nurse informatics specialist extrapolates data to
develop best practice model for indwelling catheter care .
, NR599 ACTUAL MIDTERM EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
What is Quality Information ? - ANSWER--Information that is timeless , precision ,
accuracy , numerically quantifiable , easily available , unbiased , clear , and
reliable
What is data ? - ANSWER--Collection of numbers , characters , or facts that are
gathered for a need . EX Pts VS. Raw unprocessed number symbols or words that
have no meaning by themselves , without context data is meaningless
What is data integrity ? - ANSWER--Ability to collect , store , and retrieve correct ,
complete , and current data . So data is available to authorize users .
What is necessary to determine of a website has quality information ? - ANSWER--
Credited seal , good contact information , not selling things , creditable authors ,
unbiased ( things discussed in class ) has URAC or HON CODE
Why do we study nurse informatics ? - ANSWER--Information is power and
technology facilitates a creative process in nurses , and improves patient
education , teaching , and learning .
What is a common reality that occurs with nursing and technology ? - ANSWER--
Nurses will be comfortable working with computers and advanced technology
while providing care for clients
What are the functions of computers and nursing practice? - ANSWER--Record
information, provide access to other departments, manage schedules
, NR599 ACTUAL MIDTERM EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
What is telehealth? - ANSWER--Uses technology to access, diagnose, and treat at
a distance
What is biometric technology? - ANSWER--Using human characteristics to
authenticate or grant access to data or information
How do you human resources use computers? - ANSWER--Employee database,
administration services
What is the definition of information technology? - ANSWER--Use of hardware
and software, that facilitate storage, retrieval, communication, and management
information
What is the definition of computer literacy? - ANSWER--knowledge and
understanding of computers with effective use
How do you identify problems? - ANSWER--Locate current literature and related
concepts
What is the three things needed when looking for information online? - ANSWER-
-Purpose, focus, and approach
Define purpose - ANSWER--Why are you doing research? Why do you need this
information?
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
The nurse understands that nursing informatics as a specialty area of practiced by
which statement ? - ANSWER--nursing language and the development of
databases for clinical information Research priorities for nursing informatics
includes the development of a standard
Which statement by the nurse verifies that nurse is " information literate " ? -
ANSWER--understand how to research for a website and evaluate its usefulness
for health care needs information
3. What is information ? - ANSWER--Data that can be interpreted . EX : Pt's temp .
Grouping of data process into meaningful Structured form
The nurse gathers much data when caring for clients . Which is an example of the
higher - level " information " useful in caring for clients ? - ANSWER--After
receiving Rocephin 1.0g IV yesterday , the client reported feeling better
Which statement best distinguishes the difference between information literacy
and computer Literacy ? - ANSWER--Information literacy forms the basis for
ongoing learning whereas computer literacy refers to a familiarity with the use of
personal computers
Which statement indicates the appropriate level of informatics competencies to
the correct nurse ? - ANSWER--A nurse informatics specialist extrapolates data to
develop best practice model for indwelling catheter care .
, NR599 ACTUAL MIDTERM EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
What is Quality Information ? - ANSWER--Information that is timeless , precision ,
accuracy , numerically quantifiable , easily available , unbiased , clear , and
reliable
What is data ? - ANSWER--Collection of numbers , characters , or facts that are
gathered for a need . EX Pts VS. Raw unprocessed number symbols or words that
have no meaning by themselves , without context data is meaningless
What is data integrity ? - ANSWER--Ability to collect , store , and retrieve correct ,
complete , and current data . So data is available to authorize users .
What is necessary to determine of a website has quality information ? - ANSWER--
Credited seal , good contact information , not selling things , creditable authors ,
unbiased ( things discussed in class ) has URAC or HON CODE
Why do we study nurse informatics ? - ANSWER--Information is power and
technology facilitates a creative process in nurses , and improves patient
education , teaching , and learning .
What is a common reality that occurs with nursing and technology ? - ANSWER--
Nurses will be comfortable working with computers and advanced technology
while providing care for clients
What are the functions of computers and nursing practice? - ANSWER--Record
information, provide access to other departments, manage schedules
, NR599 ACTUAL MIDTERM EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
What is telehealth? - ANSWER--Uses technology to access, diagnose, and treat at
a distance
What is biometric technology? - ANSWER--Using human characteristics to
authenticate or grant access to data or information
How do you human resources use computers? - ANSWER--Employee database,
administration services
What is the definition of information technology? - ANSWER--Use of hardware
and software, that facilitate storage, retrieval, communication, and management
information
What is the definition of computer literacy? - ANSWER--knowledge and
understanding of computers with effective use
How do you identify problems? - ANSWER--Locate current literature and related
concepts
What is the three things needed when looking for information online? - ANSWER-
-Purpose, focus, and approach
Define purpose - ANSWER--Why are you doing research? Why do you need this
information?
