NURSING INFORMATICS EXAM 2
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 100%
CORRECT
Virtual learning environments (VLE) - ANSWERAny system that uses the Internet to
assist the educator in developing, managing, and administering educational materials
for students
-facilitate learning
-provide tracking capability
-provide email, chat, and discussion capability
-blended learning
-ex: Duke S.O.N. second life program
Distance learning - ANSWERUse of print, audio, video, computer, or teleconferencing
capability to connect faculty and students located at a minimum of two different sites
-may take place live or on a delayed basis
-expands educational opportunities without the need for a long commute
-ex: RN to BSN program
CINAHL - ANSWERCumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Health Literature
Impact of standardized nursing language - ANSWERFacilitates research by coding
terms the same way
APA format - ANSWERAmerican Physiological Association Format
Nursing librarian's name - ANSWERTony Stankus
Electronic medical record (EMR) - ANSWER"legal record created in hospitals and
ambulatory environments that is the source of data for the EHR"
-long referred to as a single episode of treatment
-now is changed so it is possible to bring info forward from prior visits within the
organization
-contains structured and unstructured data
Structured data - ANSWERdata that follow a predefined format and are often presented
as discrete data elements such as assessments or vital signs
Level 1 Internet use - ANSWERSearch for health information
, Level 2 Internet use - ANSWERExchange e-mail with family members and friends
Level 3 Internet use - ANSWERSeek guidance from online patient-helpers
Level 4 Internet use - ANSWERParticipate in online support groups
Level 5 Internet use - ANSWERJoin with other online consumers to research their
shared concerns
Level 6 Internet use - ANSWERUse online medical guidance systems
Level 7 Internet use - ANSWERInteract with volunteer online health professionals
E-learning - ANSWERUse of electronic media to present instruction
-often suggested for corporate training because it is considered efficient
-allows users to skip material they already know
Advantages of virtual learning environments - ANSWER-improved reading habits
-convenience, learning off at any site that has computer access
-reduced learning time
-increased retention
-24 hr. access
-consistent instruction in a safe environment
-flexibility of faculty schedules
Disadvantages of virtual learning environments - ANSWER-reduced interaction with
instructor and peers
-lack of feedback
-possibility for poor design and lack of intellectual stimulation
Course/learning management systems - ANSWERSystem that uses the Internet to
assist in developing, managing, and administering educational materials for students
-ex: blackboard
Advantages of course/learning management systems - ANSWER-at least as effective
as other methods
-introduction of technology into education
-provides a tool for distance education
-24 hr. access
-facilitate learning
-provides for flexibility in scheduling
Disadvantages of course/learning management systems - ANSWER-poor design
-reduced interaction with professor and peers
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 100%
CORRECT
Virtual learning environments (VLE) - ANSWERAny system that uses the Internet to
assist the educator in developing, managing, and administering educational materials
for students
-facilitate learning
-provide tracking capability
-provide email, chat, and discussion capability
-blended learning
-ex: Duke S.O.N. second life program
Distance learning - ANSWERUse of print, audio, video, computer, or teleconferencing
capability to connect faculty and students located at a minimum of two different sites
-may take place live or on a delayed basis
-expands educational opportunities without the need for a long commute
-ex: RN to BSN program
CINAHL - ANSWERCumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Health Literature
Impact of standardized nursing language - ANSWERFacilitates research by coding
terms the same way
APA format - ANSWERAmerican Physiological Association Format
Nursing librarian's name - ANSWERTony Stankus
Electronic medical record (EMR) - ANSWER"legal record created in hospitals and
ambulatory environments that is the source of data for the EHR"
-long referred to as a single episode of treatment
-now is changed so it is possible to bring info forward from prior visits within the
organization
-contains structured and unstructured data
Structured data - ANSWERdata that follow a predefined format and are often presented
as discrete data elements such as assessments or vital signs
Level 1 Internet use - ANSWERSearch for health information
, Level 2 Internet use - ANSWERExchange e-mail with family members and friends
Level 3 Internet use - ANSWERSeek guidance from online patient-helpers
Level 4 Internet use - ANSWERParticipate in online support groups
Level 5 Internet use - ANSWERJoin with other online consumers to research their
shared concerns
Level 6 Internet use - ANSWERUse online medical guidance systems
Level 7 Internet use - ANSWERInteract with volunteer online health professionals
E-learning - ANSWERUse of electronic media to present instruction
-often suggested for corporate training because it is considered efficient
-allows users to skip material they already know
Advantages of virtual learning environments - ANSWER-improved reading habits
-convenience, learning off at any site that has computer access
-reduced learning time
-increased retention
-24 hr. access
-consistent instruction in a safe environment
-flexibility of faculty schedules
Disadvantages of virtual learning environments - ANSWER-reduced interaction with
instructor and peers
-lack of feedback
-possibility for poor design and lack of intellectual stimulation
Course/learning management systems - ANSWERSystem that uses the Internet to
assist in developing, managing, and administering educational materials for students
-ex: blackboard
Advantages of course/learning management systems - ANSWER-at least as effective
as other methods
-introduction of technology into education
-provides a tool for distance education
-24 hr. access
-facilitate learning
-provides for flexibility in scheduling
Disadvantages of course/learning management systems - ANSWER-poor design
-reduced interaction with professor and peers
