Homework: Implementing Electronic Health Records
In this writing homework, you will be writing a 1 to 2 pages paper explaining the implementation of electronic health records.
Step I: Reflect on your involvement with the implementation of electronic health records (EHRs) in the clinical setting (either as a practicing nurse or as a student in the clinical setting).
If you have not used an EHR, think about how you might implement an EHR in your practice setting. Answer the questions in Step 2 using this hypothetical EHR system.
Step II: Address the following topics in your paper:
o Explain at least three functional considerations to take into account when implementing an EHR.
o Explain the regulatory considerations for implementing EHRs.
o Explain interoperability. Why is interoperability important?
o Explain data integrity. Why is data integrity important?
o Explain why the security of data is important when implementing an EHR.
o Explain the legal concerns surrounding the implementation of EHRs
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.