CIS 450 Module 1 Introduction to Theory in Healthcare Informatics

Introduction to Theory in Healthcare Informatics

Write an essay addressing each of the following points/questions. Be sure to completely answer all the questions for each number item. There should be three sections, one for each item number below, as well the introduction (heading is the title of the essay) and conclusion paragraphs. Separate each section in your paper with a clear heading that allows your professor to know which bullet you are addressing in that section of your paper. Support your ideas with at least three (3) scholarly citations using APA citations in your essay. Make sure to reference the citations using the APA writing style for the essay. The cover page and reference page do not count towards the minimum word amount. Review the rubric criteria for this assignment.

Write an essay addressing the following prompts:

Electronic health records (EHRs) are easier to read than the paper charts of the past, but many complain that healthcare providers are focusing too much on the computer screen instead of the patient.
- Is this due to a lack of skill or training, poor computer system design, or just the nature of computer charting?
- Is patient care suffering from the implementation of EHRs?
- Charting in an EHR consist of clicking boxes, do you feel this provides enough detail about the patient, condition, and events if there was a lawsuit?
Hebda, Hunter, and Czar (2019) identify three types of data that are currently being tracked by organizations (p. 46).
- Identify and explain another type of data, specific to your practice, that is being tracked by an organization.
- Why do you feel this data is important to track?
- Identify and discuss the organization that is tracking the data.
- Are there any ethical concerns with an outside organization tracking this data, explain, and give examples?
In this week’s discussion post, you identified and explain the topic selected for the project.
- Provide a description of your selected topic based on input from the discussion forum. What is your project, why is it relevant to this class, and why is it important to you?
- Identify an informatics/healthcare theory from pages 29-30 of the textbook that aligns with the project and explain why.

NOTE: Looking Ahead: Module 8 Signature Assignment – research and present a 7-12 minute presentation on a healthcare informatics topic of your choice. For this first week, determine the topic of your project and begin to look for scholarly sources for the topic. Each week you should be adding to your research. (See Module 8 for details of the assignment).

M1 Assignment UMBO – 5

M1 Assignment PLG – 3

M1 Assignment CLO – 3

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Instructions & Specifications Submissions Rubric

Start by reading and following these instructions:

Study the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources carefully.
Consider the discussion and the any insights you gained from it.
Review the assignment rubric and the specifications below to ensure that your response aligns with all assignment expectations.
Create your assignment submission and be sure to cite your sources, use APA style as required, and check your spelling.

The following specifications are required for this assignment:

Length: 1500 words total for this assignment

Structure: Include a title page and reference page in APA style. These do not count towards the minimum word amount for this assignment. All APA papers should include an introduction and conclusion.

References: Use the appropriate APA style in-text citations and references for all resources utilized to answer the questions. Include at least three (3) scholarly sources to support your claims.

Rubric: This assignment uses a rubric for scoring. Please review it as part of your assignment preparation and again prior to submission to ensure you have addressed its criteria at the highest level.

Format: Save your assignment as a Microsoft Word document (.doc or .docx) or a PDF document (.pdf)

Filename: Name your saved file according to your first initial, last name, and the module number (for example, “RHall Module 1.docx”)

Undergrad Simple Essay Rubric v1

Criteria	Does Not Meet 0%	Approaches 60%	Meets 70%	Exceeds 100%	Criterion Score
Content Weight: 30%	0 pointsTopic is inappropriate to assignment, inaccurate understanding of concepts, unclear and difficult to understand; does not address many assignment requirements. Information has weak or no connection to the assignment topic.	18 pointsTopic is mostly covered and appropriate to assignment, but does not adequately demonstrate accurate understanding of concepts; mostly clear and understandable; lacks some of the requirements of the assignment description and/or provides little detail; Information relates to the main topic, but few details and/or examples are given.	21 pointsTopic is covered completely and appropriate to assignment; overview of key concept dimensions is evident; clear and understandable; addresses all of the requirements of the assignment description, with adequate attention to detail.	30 pointsIn-depth coverage of topic; outstanding clarity and explanation of concepts demonstrated in information presented; approaches assignment with depth and breadth, without redundancy, using clear and focused details.	Score of Content Weight: 30%,/ 30
Organization Weight: 25%	0 pointsOrganization is confusing and interferes with reader’s ability to follow ideas. Weak or no introduction of topic or purpose is unclear, weak, or missing. Conclusion lacks a summary of topic, or is missing or irrelevant.	15 pointsIdeas are sometimes disorganized or irrelevant; Flow is sometimes choppy; somewhat clear organization. Basic introduction that states topic but is presented in an uninteresting way. Conclusion contains basic summary of topic without final concluding ideas, may inappropriately introduces new information.	17.5 pointsStructures ideas in a coherent, organized order that has good flow and an obvious framework. Proficient introduction that is interesting and states topic. Conclusion contains good summary of topic with credible concluding ideas and introduces no new information.	25 pointsExceptionally clear, logical, mature, and thorough organization permitting smooth flow of ideas; Introduction that grabs interest of reader and states topic in clear, unambiguous terms. Excellent concluding summary with succinct and precise ideas that impact reader.	Score of Organization Weight: 25%,/ 25
Logic/Argument Weight: 15%	0 pointsDemonstrates little logical reasoning for the claims and thoughts within assignment; Many claims are weak or illogical.	9 pointsLacks some logical reasoning for the claims and thoughts within the assignment; Some claims are weak.	10.5 pointsUses solid logical reasoning for the claims and thoughts within the assignment.	15 pointsProvides exemplary logical reasoning for the claims and thoughts within the assignment.	Score of Logic/Argument Weight: 15%,/ 15
Support Weight: 20%	0 pointsLacks support; Uses poor sources for references; Citations lack credibility, relevance, or academic quality or are not current; Does not meet the minimum number of required citations in assignment description. APA format and style are not evident.	12 pointsProvides weak support or not enough support; Citations are not consistently credible, current, relevant or academic; Meets the minimum number of required citations in assignment description Missing APA elements; in-text citations, where necessary, are used but formatted inaccurately and not referenced.	14 pointsProvides sufficient support with credible, current, relevant academic citations; Meets the minimum number of required citations in assignment description. ; In-text citations and a reference page are present with few format errors. Mechanics of writing are reflective of APA style.	20 pointsProvides very strong support from credible, current, relevant, academic citations; Meets or exceeds the minimum number of required citations in assignment description. Accurate citations and references are presented. No APA errors are evident.	Score of Support Weight: 20%,/ 20
Quality of Written Communication Weight: 10%	0 pointsStyle and voice inappropriate or do not address given audience, purpose, etc. Word choice is excessively redundant, clichéd, and unspecific. Inconsistent grammar, spelling, punctuation, and paragraphing. Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning.	6 pointsStyle and voice are somewhat appropriate to given audience and purpose. Word choice is often unspecific, generic, redundant, and clichéd. Repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language, sentence structure, and/or word choice are present.	7 pointsStyle and voice are appropriate to the given audience and purpose. Word choice is specific and purposeful, and somewhat varied throughout. Minimal mechanical or typographical errors are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used.	10 pointsStyle and voice are not only appropriate to the given audience and purpose, but also show originality and creativity. Word choice is specific, purposeful, dynamic and varied. Free of mechanical and typographical errors. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used. Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.	Score of Quality of Written Communication Weight: 10%,/ 10

Total

Score of Undergrad Simple Essay Rubric v1,

/ 100

Overall Score

Level 1

0 points minimum

Level 2

60 points minimum

Level 3

70 points minimum

Level 4

100 points minimum

Module 1 Discussion

Discuss your current practice setting and how informatics is involved in your practice. Include what work-related tasks you complete using healthcare informatics and what server your facility uses. Lastly, think of one or two topics for the Signature Assignment project (look ahead to Module 8 for details) you will complete during this course and provide a brief description.

Please reply to at least two peers: In your current practice, is the use of informatics the same or different as your classmates? Provide additional thoughts or perspective on a classmate’s topic selection that will help develop the selected topic. Also provide possible search ideas for selected topic based on your suggestions.

Your initial posting should be at least 400 words in length and utilize at least one scholarly source other than the textbook. Please reply to at least two classmates. Replies to classmates should be at least 200 words in length.

DQ1 UMBO – 5

DQ1 PLG – 3

DQ1 CLO – 3

Discussion Forum

Posting Replying Rubric

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Module 1 Discussion Sample Approach

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Stephanie S posted Sep 14, 2023 6:15 PM

Currently I work in home health, my practice currently use informatics greatly due to the fact that I am going into the patients homes and always need to be able to have access to the patient’s records. When it comes to me being able to complete my work, I have to be able to have access to all the patients information from the hospital to their time on home health to be able to determine what has been happening. Patient’s rely on home health nurses to be able to help them in their times of need and making sure that they are getting the appropriate treatment especially in times of emergency. My company currently uses NDOC for all our charting purposes, we get all of our hospital information for the patient directly loaded into the patients chart and it is accessible by anyone that is able to access the chart. All of our charting, orders, schedules and anything to do with patient care takes place directly in the NDOC system and if the system goes down then we are unable to chart or access any of our patients information.

The system that we use allows for people that are working in the office to work out of a live mode while people that are out seeing patients are working in field mode. When the system goes down it usually allows anyone that is working in live mode to continue to work but anyone in field mode requires a synchronization and it won’t work without the synchronization. According to Sockolow (2021) interoperability is something that people experience in home health due to the fact that nurses don’t have the ability to access all the information that they need due to the fact that they have to search through the electronic health record. This is something that is time consuming for nursing staff due to the fact that they have to sort through multiple pages of a referral to be able to process the information that they need to appropriately treat patients.

One topic that might be beneficial for home health would be to find a system that can help minimize the amount of searching through a referral that we get on a patient, whether that is a way to incorporate the hospital system into the chart to be able to see what was done to the patient since we mostly get a discharge summary that includes some snippets of what we did to help the patient but doesn’t include the testing and the reports of those tests.

Sockolow, P. S., Bowles, K. H., Topaz, M., Koru, G., Hellesø, R., O’Connor, M., & Bass, E. J. (2021, February 17). The time is now: Informatics research opportunities in home health care. Applied Clinical Informatics. https://www.thieme-connect.de/products/ejournals/html/10.1055/s-0040-1722222#N10D7D

Discussion 1 Sample Approach 2

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Myounghee posted Sep 14, 2023 8:43 PM

How Informatics is Involved in Your Practice

Over the last two decades, healthcare systems have undergone enormous changes due to increasing pressures to improve quality, value, affordability, and, most importantly, safety. The complexity of healthcare delivery systems and regulatory forces resulted in demands to digitize the entire industry. In 2016, researchers at Johns Hopkins determined that medical error is the third leading cause of death in the United States (Makary & Daniel, 2016).

Since I work in the psychiatric unit in the hospital setting, these are a few examples in the field of healthcare informatics as everyday tasks, offering a wide range of opportunities and tasks. First, making accurate medical records for patient safety is vital as a nurse. Managing Electronic Health Records (EHR) is essential, which involves maintaining and updating patient records electronically, ensuring accuracy and privacy. Also, Healthcare informatics professionals analyze large sets of healthcare data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can improve patient care and outcomes.

Second, Implementing and maintaining health information systems, which includes the implementation, customization, and maintenance of health information systems such as Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems, Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS), and Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS).

Another noteworthy fact is that in ensuring data security and privacy, with the increasing use of digital health records, healthcare informatics professionals play a crucial role in safeguarding patient data, implementing security measures, and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.

The hospital in my place uses a variety of servers and systems to facilitate its operations. EHR systems store and manage patient health records, including medical history, diagnoses, medications, and laboratory results. These servers ensure secure and efficient access to patient information for healthcare providers.

In addition, Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) servers store and manage medical images, such as X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans. They enable healthcare professionals to view, store, and share these images for diagnostic and treatment purposes.

Moreover, Hospitals use various applications and software systems for different functions, such as patient scheduling, billing, and laboratory information management. Application servers host and run these applications, allowing users to access and utilize their functionalities.

We cannot overlook Health Information Exchange (HIE), which enables the secure exchange of patient information between healthcare institutions. HIE enhances care coordination, allowing healthcare providers to access comprehensive patient data, leading to better-informed treatment decisions (Hebda et al., 2019).

Lastly, Hospitals rely on communication servers for efficient and secure communication among healthcare professionals, staff, and patients. These servers may include email servers, messaging platforms, and video conferencing systems.

In conclusion

Informatics is crucial in the hospital setting for patient care. Informatics helps in the implementation and management of EHR systems. EHRs enable healthcare providers to access and update patient information and track medical history, medications, and test results, improving the accuracy and efficiency of patient care. Informatics continues to advance healthcare delivery, enhancing communication, decision-making, and patient outcomes in the hospital setting.

Signature Assignment Project

For a signature assignment topic, I would like to gain academic knowledge of telehealth, which refers to using information and communications technologies, including videoconferencing, to deliver health care remotely, including evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy. Telemental Health has been successfully implemented with multiple populations across various mental health conditions and clinical settings ( Whaibeh et al., 2020). Another topic would be wound care with pressure injury prevention in the hospital setting, which provides an opportunity for me to understand and master in-depth study for better patient outcomes. As a wound care council member, It would be a great chance to demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving and provide a comprehensive assessment of patient care.

References

Hebda, T., Hunter, K., & Czar, P. (2019). Handbook of informatics for nurses and healthcare professionals (6th ed.). Spiegelhalter, D. (2019, April 5).

Makary, M. A., & Daniel, M. (2016, May 3). Medical error-the third leading cause of death in the US. BMJ, 1-5. http://dx.doi.org/10.0036/bmj.i2139

Melnick, E. R., Sinsky, C. A., & Krumholz, H. M. (2021). Implementing measurement science for electronic health record use. JAMA, 325(21), 2149-2150.

Whaibeh, E., Mahmoud, H., & Naal, H. (2020). Telemental health in the context of a pandemic: the COVID-19 experience. Current Treatment Options in Psychiatry, 7, 198-202.

CIS 450 Module 2 Discussion

This week, you should be locating sources for your Signature Assignment project. What problems are you having locating sources for your project? Is the wording of an article hard to comprehend? What sites have you found helpful? Please locate at least two scholarly sources for your project and describe the information you found in these sources that you intend to use for your presentation.

Please reply to at least two peers offering support and assistance, including recommendations for locating sources for their projects.

Your initial posting should be at least 400 words in length and utilize at least two scholarly sources other than the textbook. Please reply to at least two classmates. Replies to classmates should be at least 200 words in length.

DQ1 UMBO – 3

DQ1 PLG – 1

DQ1 CLO – 7

Discussion Forum

Posting Replying Rubric

Review the rubric in the tab below. Also take a look at the Getting Started Guide to find due dates and other discussion post requirements.
Select the Discussion Forum button above.
Complete this discussion post by selecting the “Start a New Thread” button, entering a subject title, and then answering the question above.
To properly post your answer, please select the “Post” button.
After posting your contribution, you must read what others have posted, reply to at least two of those posts, and respond (when appropriate) to those you have responded to you.

**Note: Directions on submitting your posts will also be listed within the discussion question forum.

Example Discussion Solution 1

Tele ICU is a concept that is new at the facility I work at, but it is not necessarily a new concept in healthcare. I have heard of telemedicine being helpful is the outpatient setting for follow up visits but had never experienced using it in the inpatient setting. Research has shown that tele-ICU has saved many patients from fatal outcomes due to constant visualization and availability of electronic health records (Udeh et. al., 2018). Considering this is not a new platform and it is used in many large healthcare organizations, it has not been very difficult to find sources that share the many aspects where tele-ICU is beneficial to hospital settings. Some of the sources that I have found are scholarly articles from PubMed and Google Scholar. The scholarly articles that I found were easy to read as the wording is clear and sy to follow due to the variety of stdies that have been made to show cost effectiveness, ease on staff shortages, and convenience to the availability of providers and registered nurses who can assess, sign off, admit, and discharge patients remotely.

According to a study I found, COVID surged an emergent amount of safety concerns for the individuals caring for patients in the pandemic, therefore, there was an increase in telemedicine use due to conditions in which nurses felt unsafe being exposed to the illness (Kemp et. al., 2022). COVID allowed for telemedicine to become more prevalent in the inpatient healthcare setting without the scrutiny that would come from older generations (Kemp et. al., 2022). Healthcare is always evolving and the incorporation of technology within the system has pushed those who are not well versed to use these services as they are more cost effective and shown to be beneficial for years (Udeh et. al., 2018). Overall, finding information on this topic has not been difficult because of the rise in use of informatics in the clinical setting.

Kemp Van Ee, S., McKelvey, H., Williams, T., Shao, B., Lin, W. T., Luu, J., Sunny, D., Kumar, S., Narayan, S., Urdaneta, A., Perez, L., Schwab, H., Riegle, S., & Jacobs, R. J. (2022). Telemedicine Intensive Care Unit (Tele-ICU) Implementation During COVID-19: A Scoping Review. Cureus, 14(5), e25133. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.25133

Udeh, C., Udeh, B., Rahman, N., Canfield, C., Campbell, J., & Hata, J. S. (2018). Telemedicine/Virtual ICU: Where Are We and Where Are We Going?. Methodist DeBakey cardiovascular journal, 14(2), 126–133. https://doi.org/10.14797/mdcj-14-2-126less

Example Discussion Solution 2

I have been looking for applicable sources for my module eight project. Telehealth is the topic that I have chosen, and specifically how telehealth can help more people have access to healthcare that would not normally. Informatics plays a huge role in the success of telehealth. Telehealth became a more viable option due to the recent pandemic. There are copious amounts of literature available about telehealth, and sometimes it is difficult to sift through all the data to find articles that apply to my paper. I have found Proquest Central to be particularly easy to use. It is accessed through Aspen University’s online library. I also find that Google Scholar is a valuable source of information. I found several great articles about telehealth regarding implementation, training, and evaluation.

Telehealth services have been around for several years. Telehealth is the use of digital information and communication technologies to access health care services remotely and manage your health care. Technologies can include computers and mobile devices, such as tablets and smartphones. This may be technology you use from home, or a nurse or other health care professional may provide telehealth from a medical office or mobile van, such as in rural areas. Telehealth can also be technology that your health care provider uses to improve or support health care services. With dynamic shifts in the business of healthcare delivery and reimbursement, the market for telehealth solutions is poised to expand from its historical role supporting clinical care within hospitals to supporting patient care and self-management beyond the clinic walls (Telehealth Services Market Must Extend Beyond the Hospital to Achieve Full Potential: Latest Chilmark Research Report Identifies Growth Factors, Challenges, and Market Leaders for Future Telehealth Adoption, Highlighting Impact of Value-Based Care and New Consumer-Centric Business Models, 2018).

Telehealth is certainly changing the landscape of healthcare. There are many benefits to utilizing telehealth. A few of the benefits are that it is cost-effective and improves access and timeliness of care. A few of the known challenges to the telehealth model are the widening disparities of care and the overutilization or misuse of care. As we move forward from the current pandemic, lessons learned from the studies demonstrating benefits and challenges associated with telehealth should be taken into account when drafting post-pandemic telehealth policies. Special attention should be paid to ensuring that telehealth narrows, and not widens, the currently existing disparities in access to healthcare (Mahtta et al., 2021).

References

Mahtta, D., Daher, M., & Lee, M. (2021). Promise and perils of telehealth in the current era. Current Cardiology Reports, 23(115). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11886-021-01544-w

Telehealth services market must extend beyond the hospital to achieve full potential: latest chilmark research report identifies growth factors, challenges, and market leaders for future telehealth adoption, highlighting impact of value-based care and new consumer-centric business models. (2018, November 8). PR Newswire. Retrieved May 2, 2023, from https://aspenuniversity.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.proquest.com/wire-feeds/telehealth-services-market-must-extend-beyond/docview/2130761719/se-2

Undergrad Discussion Question Rubric v1

Criteria	Does Not Meet (0%)	Approaches (60%)	Meets (70%)	Exceeds (100%)	Criterion Score
Content of Initial Thread/Post Weight: 40%	0 pointsResponse contains little to none of the required aspects of the prompt; Content is off topic; references are not included. APA reference/citation format is not used.	4.8 pointsMajor required aspects of the prompt are not addressed or the response speaks in vague generalities. Information is too general; 1 reference is present, but it is non-scholarly (if required) and/or it does not appropriately reflect the topic. APA reference/citation format may be inaccurate in the response.	5.6 pointsResponse addresses prompt requirements. Content is relevant and germane to the intent of the prompt; 1 or more references are scholarly (if required) and/or appropriately reflect topic, and have few APA formatting errors.	8 pointsContent includes additional or novel points beyond the intent of the prompt. References are sufficient, scholarly in nature, and are formatted correctly in APA format.	Score of Content of Initial Thread/Post Weight: 40%,/ 8
Critical Thinking of Thread/Post Weight: 10%	0 pointsLittle analysis or insight is displayed; Little or no logical support or reasoning is present	1.2 pointsSome illogical statements and poor reasoning displayed; argument is unclear or convoluted	1.4 pointsResponse indicates that thought, insight, and analysis has taken place; Argument is solid and logical	2 pointsResponse is rich in critical thinking, and full of thought, insight, and analysis; Argument is clear and concise	Score of Critical Thinking of Thread/Post Weight: 10%,/ 2
Quality of Written Communication in Initial Thread/Post Weight: 20%	0 pointsStyle and voice inappropriate or do not address given audience, purpose, etc. Word choice is excessively redundant, clichéd, and unspecific. Inconsistent grammar, spelling, punctuation, and paragraphing. Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning.	2.4 pointsStyle and voice are somewhat appropriate to given audience and purpose. Word choice is often unspecific, generic, redundant, and clichéd. Repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language, sentence structure, and/or word choice are present.	2.8 pointsStyle and voice are appropriate to the given audience and purpose. Word choice is specific and purposeful, and somewhat varied throughout. Minimal mechanical or typographical errors are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used.	4 pointsStyle and voice are not only appropriate to the given audience and purpose, but also show originality and creativity. Word choice is specific, purposeful, dynamic and varied. Free of mechanical and typographical errors. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used. Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.	Score of Quality of Written Communication in Initial Thread/Post Weight: 20%,/ 4
Discussion Responses to Classmates’ Threads/Posts Weight: 30%	0 pointsDid not make an effort to participate in learning community as it develops; Displays lack of engagement with discussion forum; Did not make the minimum of 2 responses to classmates.	3.6 pointsOccasionally makes meaningful reflection on group’s efforts; Marginal effort to become involved with group; Made one response to classmates	4.2 pointsFrequently attempts to direct the discussion and present relevant viewpoints for consideration by group; Interacts freely; Met the minimum of 2 responses to classmates	6 pointsShows astute awareness of needs of community; Frequently attempts to motivate the group discussion; Presents creative approaches to topic; Made at least 2 responses to classmates	Score of Discussion Responses to Classmates’ Threads/Posts Weight: 30%,/ 6

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Score of Undergrad Discussion Question Rubric v1,

/ 20

Overall Score

Level 1

0 points minimum

Level 2

12 points minimum

Level 3

14 points minimum

Level 4

20 points minimum

Module 2 Assignment Social Media and the Modern Impact of Informatics

Write an essay addressing each of the following points/questions. Be sure to completely answer all the questions for each numbered item. There should be three sections, one for each item number below, as well as the introduction (heading is the title of the essay) and conclusion paragraphs. Separate each section in your paper with a clear heading that allows your professor to know which bullet you are addressing in that section of your paper. Support your ideas with at least three (3) scholarly citations using APA citations in your essay. Make sure to reference the citations using the APA writing style for the essay. The cover page and reference page do not count towards the minimum word amount. Review the rubric criteria for this assignment.

Most people remember the story below that made national headlines. As most Americans have smartphones, tablets, and computers, the utilization of social media is commonplace.
1. Finley, T. (2017, Sept. 20). Navy hospital removes staffers for calling babies ‘mini Satan’s’ on social media. Parenting.
  1. If you were writing a hospital policy on smartphone and social media usage, what should be included in the policy?
  2. What potential ethical and legal liabilities are there for the hospital and employees in the case presented above?
In 2017, Harvard University rescinded admission to 10 students after reviewing their social media posts.
1. Do you feel potential employers, current employers, and colleges have the right to access your social media post? Do you feel employers and universities should make decisions based on your post?
Discuss the relationship between accreditation decisions, reimbursement, quality of care, informatics.

M2 Assignment UMBO – 3

M2 Assignment PLG – 1

M2 Assignment CLO – 7

Assignment Dropbox

Instructions & Specifications Submissions Rubric

Start by reading and following these instructions:

Study the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources carefully.
Consider the discussion and the any insights you gained from it.
Review the assignment rubric and the specifications below to ensure that your response aligns with all assignment expectations.
Create your assignment submission and be sure to cite your sources, use APA style as required, and check your spelling.

The following specifications are required for this assignment:

Length: 1500 words total for this assignment.

Structure: Include a title page and reference page in APA style. These do not count towards the minimum word amount for this assignment. All APA papers should include an introduction and conclusion.

References: Use the appropriate APA style in-text citations and references for all resources utilized to answer the questions. Include at least three (3) scholarly sources to support your claims.

Format: Save your assignment as a Microsoft Word document (.doc or .docx) or a PDF document (.pdf)

Filename: Name your saved file according to your first initial, last name, and the module number (for example, “RHall Module1.docx”)

Undergrad Simple Essay Rubric v1

Criteria	Does Not Meet 0%	Approaches 60%	Meets 70%	Exceeds 100%	Criterion Score
Content Weight: 30%	0 pointsTopic is inappropriate to assignment, inaccurate understanding of concepts, unclear and difficult to understand; does not address many assignment requirements. Information has weak or no connection to the assignment topic.	18 pointsTopic is mostly covered and appropriate to assignment, but does not adequately demonstrate accurate understanding of concepts; mostly clear and understandable; lacks some of the requirements of the assignment description and/or provides little detail; Information relates to the main topic, but few details and/or examples are given.	21 pointsTopic is covered completely and appropriate to assignment; overview of key concept dimensions is evident; clear and understandable; addresses all of the requirements of the assignment description, with adequate attention to detail.	30 pointsIn-depth coverage of topic; outstanding clarity and explanation of concepts demonstrated in information presented; approaches assignment with depth and breadth, without redundancy, using clear and focused details.	Score of Content Weight: 30%,/ 30
Organization Weight: 25%	0 pointsOrganization is confusing and interferes with reader’s ability to follow ideas. Weak or no introduction of topic or purpose is unclear, weak, or missing. Conclusion lacks a summary of topic, or is missing or irrelevant.	15 pointsIdeas are sometimes disorganized or irrelevant; Flow is sometimes choppy; somewhat clear organization. Basic introduction that states topic but is presented in an uninteresting way. Conclusion contains basic summary of topic without final concluding ideas, may inappropriately introduces new information.	17.5 pointsStructures ideas in a coherent, organized order that has good flow and an obvious framework. Proficient introduction that is interesting and states topic. Conclusion contains good summary of topic with credible concluding ideas and introduces no new information.	25 pointsExceptionally clear, logical, mature, and thorough organization permitting smooth flow of ideas; Introduction that grabs interest of reader and states topic in clear, unambiguous terms. Excellent concluding summary with succinct and precise ideas that impact reader.	Score of Organization Weight: 25%,/ 25
Logic/Argument Weight: 15%	0 pointsDemonstrates little logical reasoning for the claims and thoughts within assignment; Many claims are weak or illogical.	9 pointsLacks some logical reasoning for the claims and thoughts within the assignment; Some claims are weak.	10.5 pointsUses solid logical reasoning for the claims and thoughts within the assignment.	15 pointsProvides exemplary logical reasoning for the claims and thoughts within the assignment.	Score of Logic/Argument Weight: 15%,/ 15
Support Weight: 20%	0 pointsLacks support; Uses poor sources for references; Citations lack credibility, relevance, or academic quality or are not current; Does not meet the minimum number of required citations in assignment description. APA format and style are not evident.	12 pointsProvides weak support or not enough support; Citations are not consistently credible, current, relevant or academic; Meets the minimum number of required citations in assignment description Missing APA elements; in-text citations, where necessary, are used but formatted inaccurately and not referenced.	14 pointsProvides sufficient support with credible, current, relevant academic citations; Meets the minimum number of required citations in assignment description. ; In-text citations and a reference page are present with few format errors. Mechanics of writing are reflective of APA style.	20 pointsProvides very strong support from credible, current, relevant, academic citations; Meets or exceeds the minimum number of required citations in assignment description. Accurate citations and references are presented. No APA errors are evident.	Score of Support Weight: 20%,/ 20
Quality of Written Communication Weight: 10%	0 pointsStyle and voice inappropriate or do not address given audience, purpose, etc. Word choice is excessively redundant, clichéd, and unspecific. Inconsistent grammar, spelling, punctuation, and paragraphing. Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning.	6 pointsStyle and voice are somewhat appropriate to given audience and purpose. Word choice is often unspecific, generic, redundant, and clichéd. Repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language, sentence structure, and/or word choice are present.	7 pointsStyle and voice are appropriate to the given audience and purpose. Word choice is specific and purposeful, and somewhat varied throughout. Minimal mechanical or typographical errors are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used.	10 pointsStyle and voice are not only appropriate to the given audience and purpose, but also show originality and creativity. Word choice is specific, purposeful, dynamic and varied. Free of mechanical and typographical errors. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used. Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.	Score of Quality of Written Communication Weight: 10%,/ 10

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CIS 450 Module 3 Discussion

Based on your research, what conclusions have you been able to draw related to your final presentation topic? Please describe your final presentation topic and the conclusions you have drawn from the literature you have researched. Are practice changes recommended for your current practice? Why or why not?

DQ1 UMBO – 5

DQ1 PLG – 3

DQ1 CLO – 4

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Module 3 Discussion Example Approach 1

Discussion #3

Based on my research, some of the conclusions that I have been able to draw are that the transition from paper charting to the electronic health record can improve patient’s self-care and patient centered outcomes. This transition from paper charting to the electronic health records (EHRs) and facilitating adequate access for patients to their EHR can also decrease healthcare costs. With many large health care systems developing their own smartphone applications for their electronic health records, some areas of the country are still deficient in having adequate EHRs that are easily accessible by the patient. Some recommendations and improvements to current practice vary on the demographics. Larger healthcare systems have bigger budgets at their disposal to procure a dependable and secure EHR. Smaller healthcare systems and facilities in more rural settings are still using paper charting or aged systems. This disparity in access to EHRs can hinder quality of care and patient outcomes for those patient’s seeking services from those smaller healthcare systems and for those who live in more rural settings. Another improvement that will be ongoing with EHR is cyber security. Security from both the facilities and patient’s access. We often see stories in the news where entire EHR’s are taken offline by ransomware. These risks can also happen on the patient level. Their private healthcare and financial information can also be hacked from the patient portal sites. It is important to always improve security systems for patient’s private health care information. It is also critical that both employees and patients are continually educated on the risks and threats associated with this technology.

Many of these EHR applications also have excellent educational resources accessible to their patients. This is a has seen huge positive impacts in patient health literacy. Many articles have shown that there are little negative aspects with use of these applications for both delivering patient access to their private medical records and patient education resources. With these positive points of transitioning to EHR and healthcare system supported applications, one issue is that patient’s need to be encouraged and oriented on how to use them. As nurses, this often falls onto our shoulders. We must first assess the patient’s attitudes and comfort level with this technology. In order for EHR’s to be efficient and allow for the best health care outcomes, EHR’s need to utilized to the best of their ability.

Tapuria A;Porat T;Kalra D;Dsouza G;Xiaohui S;Curcin V; (n.d.). Impact of patient access to their electronic health record: Systematic review. Informatics for health & social care. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33840342/

Module 3 Discussion Example Approach 3

There are several conclusions that I have been able to draw related to my final presentation topic which is administrative task automation in healthcare. One of the conclusions that I have been able to draw is that the move towards automating tasks will lead to improvements in the quality of services offered by healthcare professionals. For example, automation of tasks will result in increase in the amount of time that nurses devote to direct care. According to Zayas-Cabán et al., (2021), an increase in time spent in direct care is derived from a decrease in the time that nurses spent on administrative tasks after they have implemented the automated documentation system. This means that as opposed to filling documents manually, nurses can automate this task and have the electronic health record with them which is faster. Research also indicates that the move to automate documentation appears to be a positive step in developing a fully interactive computerized system (Zayas-Cabán et al., 2021).

Research provides evidence regarding the opportunities that present themselves when tasks are automated in healthcare settings. For instance, the automation of tasks can be used to address the workforce shortage that is experienced in general practice. This is because automation of tasks leads to a potential increase in productivity and results in more satisfying job roles (Willis et al., 2020). Task automation is characterized by information acquisition, information analysis, and decision making all which can be difficult and time consuming for nurses. Therefore, nurses are able to automate services such as checking written documents for errors, organizing staff rotas, creating referral letters, creating reports and maintaining records, and reviewing letters. All these tasks can be automated and reduce the workload of nurses who are then better able to provide care to their patients.

Automation of tasks has also been found to be beneficial among nurses in decision making. Nurses have a wide range of options to choose when they have tasks automated. One of the administrative task automation systems is the electronic decision support systems (DSS). DSS are described as computer programs that assist clinicians to make informed decisions based on knowledge that exists and individual patient characteristics (Akbar et al., 2021). When such a task is automated, nurses are able to find data and generate alerts to implement actions. For instance, nurses are able to find information regarding possible actions such as prehospital decision support system that generates triage recommendation for transfer to aged care (Akbar et al., 2021). The other example is the actual execution of an action choice such as automatically documenting nursing interventions directly into the medical records.

Practice changes are recommended for my current practice because most of the tasks are still been manually done. This means that a lot of time is spent on administrative tasks as opposed to providing quality care. By automating majority of the tasks at our facility, more time can be freed to ensure that patients receive quality care from nurses. In addition, the administrative task automation will improve on delivery of services because the time spent on performing tasks will reduce significantly.

References

Akbar, S., Lyell, D., & Magrabi, F. (2021). Automation in nursing decision support systems: A systematic review of effects on decision making, care delivery, and patient outcomes. Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association: JAMIA, 28(11), 2502–2513. https://doi.org/10.1093/jamia/ocab123

Willis, M., Duckworth, P., Coulter, A., Meyer, E. T., & Osborne, M. (2020). Qualitative and quantitative approach to assess of the potential for automating administrative tasks in general practice. BMJ open, 10(6), e032412. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2019-032412

Zayas-Cabán, T., Haque, S. N., & Kemper, N. (2021). Identifying Opportunities for Workflow Automation in Health Care: Lessons Learned from Other Industries. Applied Clinical Informatics, 12(3), 686–697. https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0041-1731744

Undergrad Discussion Question Rubric v1

Criteria	Does Not Meet (0%)	Approaches (60%)	Meets (70%)	Exceeds (100%)	Criterion Score
Content of Initial Thread/Post Weight: 40%	0 pointsResponse contains little to none of the required aspects of the prompt; Content is off topic; references are not included. APA reference/citation format is not used.	4.8 pointsMajor required aspects of the prompt are not addressed or the response speaks in vague generalities. Information is too general; 1 reference is present, but it is non-scholarly (if required) and/or it does not appropriately reflect the topic. APA reference/citation format may be inaccurate in the response.	5.6 pointsResponse addresses prompt requirements. Content is relevant and germane to the intent of the prompt; 1 or more references are scholarly (if required) and/or appropriately reflect topic, and have few APA formatting errors.	8 pointsContent includes additional or novel points beyond the intent of the prompt. References are sufficient, scholarly in nature, and are formatted correctly in APA format.	Score of Content of Initial Thread/Post Weight: 40%,/ 8
Critical Thinking of Thread/Post Weight: 10%	0 pointsLittle analysis or insight is displayed; Little or no logical support or reasoning is present	1.2 pointsSome illogical statements and poor reasoning displayed; argument is unclear or convoluted	1.4 pointsResponse indicates that thought, insight, and analysis has taken place; Argument is solid and logical	2 pointsResponse is rich in critical thinking, and full of thought, insight, and analysis; Argument is clear and concise	Score of Critical Thinking of Thread/Post Weight: 10%,/ 2
Quality of Written Communication in Initial Thread/Post Weight: 20%	0 pointsStyle and voice inappropriate or do not address given audience, purpose, etc. Word choice is excessively redundant, clichéd, and unspecific. Inconsistent grammar, spelling, punctuation, and paragraphing. Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning.	2.4 pointsStyle and voice are somewhat appropriate to given audience and purpose. Word choice is often unspecific, generic, redundant, and clichéd. Repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language, sentence structure, and/or word choice are present.	2.8 pointsStyle and voice are appropriate to the given audience and purpose. Word choice is specific and purposeful, and somewhat varied throughout. Minimal mechanical or typographical errors are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used.	4 pointsStyle and voice are not only appropriate to the given audience and purpose, but also show originality and creativity. Word choice is specific, purposeful, dynamic and varied. Free of mechanical and typographical errors. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used. Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.	Score of Quality of Written Communication in Initial Thread/Post Weight: 20%,/ 4
Discussion Responses to Classmates’ Threads/Posts Weight: 30%	0 pointsDid not make an effort to participate in learning community as it develops; Displays lack of engagement with discussion forum; Did not make the minimum of 2 responses to classmates.	3.6 pointsOccasionally makes meaningful reflection on group’s efforts; Marginal effort to become involved with group; Made one response to classmates	4.2 pointsFrequently attempts to direct the discussion and present relevant viewpoints for consideration by group; Interacts freely; Met the minimum of 2 responses to classmates	6 pointsShows astute awareness of needs of community; Frequently attempts to motivate the group discussion; Presents creative approaches to topic; Made at least 2 responses to classmates	Score of Discussion Responses to Classmates’ Threads/Posts Weight: 30%,/ 6

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CIS 450 Module 3 Assignment Electronic Record-Keeping in Healthcare

For this week’s assignment you will be taking an inventory of the information systems in your organization. To complete the assignment, you might need to contact other departments. Based on what you have learned so far in this course, create a 15-20 slide PowerPoint presentation that addresses each of the following points/questions. Be sure to completely answer all the questions for each bullet point. Use clear headings that allow your professor to know which bullet you are addressing on the slides in your presentation. Support your content with at least three (3) scholarly citations using APA citations throughout your presentation. Make sure to reference the citations using the APA writing style for the presentation. Include a slide for your references at the end. Follow best practices for PowerPoint presentations related to text size, color, images, effects, wordiness, and multimedia enhancements. Review the rubric criteria for this assignment.

Differentiate between electronic health record (EHR), electronic medical record (EMR), and personal health record (PHR)
Differentiate between clinical information systems (CIS) and administrative information systems (AIS)
What systems are currently being utilized at your organization?
If you had to rate the information-technology status of your organization, what score would you give them?

Identify two strength and two weaknesses of the current information-technology being used.

M3 Assignment UMBO – 5

M3 Assignment PLG – 3

M3 Assignment CLO – 4, 5

Assignment Dropbox

Instructions & Specifications Submissions Rubric

Start by reading and following these instructions:

Study the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources carefully.
Consider the discussion and the any insights you gained from it.
Review the assignment rubric and the specifications below to ensure that your response aligns with all assignment expectations.
Create your assignment submission and be sure to cite your sources, use APA style as required, and check your spelling.

The following specifications are required for this assignment:

Length: 15-20 slides in length, not including title, objective, or reference slides. Speaker notes are required to explain the information presented in the slides.

Structure: Include a title slide, objective slide, content slides, reference slide in APA format. Title/Objective/Reference slides do not count towards the minimum slide count for this assignment.

References: Use the appropriate APA style in-text citations and references for all resources utilized to answer the questions. Include at least three (3) scholarly sources to support your claims.

Format: Save your assignment as a Power Point document (.ppt or .pptx) or a PDF document (.pdf)

File name: Name your saved file according to your first initial, last name, and the module number (for example, “RHall Module1.pptx”)

Undergrad PowerPoint Assignment Rubric v1

Criteria	Does Not Meet 0%	Approaches 60%	Meets 70%	Exceeds 100%	Criterion Score
Criterion: Content/Quality of Information Weight: 40%	0 pointsTopic is inappropriate to assignment, not based on scholarly information (if required), unclear and difficult to understand, no hyperlinks to credible sites; did not include required assignment components; slide notes missing (if required).	24 pointsTopic is mostly covered and appropriate to assignment, but not based on scholarly information (if required); mostly clear and understandable; may contain hyperlinks to non-credible sites; some of required assignment components are present; minimal use of slide notes (if required).	28 pointsGood coverage of topic and appropriate to assignment; sound, research-based (if required) information; clear and understandable; hyperlinks to credible sites; all required assignment components are accurate and present; slide notes used appropriately (if required).	40 pointsIn-depth coverage of topic and assignment components; outstanding clarity of information; detailed slide notes ensure all required content is well explained (if required).	Score of Criterion: Content/Quality of Information Weight: 40%,/ 40
Criterion: Presentation Weight: 20%	0 pointsUnattractive; difficult to interpret; poor color choice and slide contrast; slide presentation unorganized; slide effects detract from the content; missing slide headings or sub-headings (if required for organization purposes); missing title/reference slides.	12 pointsAttractive but somewhat difficult to interpret; somewhat pleasing contrast between text and background, slide presentation may be somewhat disorganized; transitions and slide effects detract from the content; may be missing title or reference slides; included slide headings/sub-headings may detract from presentation.	14 pointsAttractive; easy to interpret, pleasing colors with strong contrast between text and background, slide presentation organized, good use of transitions and slide effects which enhance the presentation; both title and reference slides are present. Slide headings/sub-headings are used appropriately to organize the presentation.	20 pointsExcellent use of transitions and effects that enhance the presentation. Presentation is organized and designed for maximum impact of content.	Score of Criterion: Presentation Weight: 20%,/ 20
Criterion: Use of Multimedia, Graphics, Diagrams, and/or Illustrations Weight: 30%	0 pointsDoes not include required multimedia, graphics, diagrams, and/or illustrations or they are irrelevant to topic or detract from slide content or presentation as a whole.	18 pointsRequired multimedia, graphics, diagrams, and/or illustrations are generally relevant but some may not appropriately support the slide content.	21 pointsRequired multimedia, graphics, diagrams, and/or illustrations are highly relevant and acceptably support the slide content; sized and positioned appropriately.	30 pointsRequired multimedia, graphics, diagrams, and/or illustrations add clarity and sophistication to the presentation content; they improve the effectiveness of the presentation.	Score of Criterion: Use of Multimedia, Graphics, Diagrams, and/or Illustrations Weight: 30%,/ 30
Criterion: Writing, Mechanics, and APA Weight: 10%	0 pointsStyle is inappropriate or does not address given audience, purpose, etc. Inconsistent grammar, spelling, and punctuation; APA format and style are not evident throughout the presentation.	6 pointsStyle is somewhat appropriate to given audience and purpose. Repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language, sentence structure, and/or word choice are present. There are missing APA elements or some are incorrectly formatted throughout the presentation.	7 pointsStyle is appropriate to the given audience and purpose. Word choice is specific and purposeful, and somewhat varied throughout. Minimal mechanical or typographical errors are present, but are not overly distracting. Reference slide and in-text citations have few formatting errors.	10 pointsStyle shows originality and creativity. Word choice is dynamic and varied. Free of mechanical and typographical errors. Reference slide and other in-text citations are formatted correctly using APA elements.	Score of Criterion: Writing, Mechanics, and APA Weight: 10%,/ 10

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Module 4 Discussion

Considering your selected topic, what healthcare teams would be essential to help support your new project implementation? How would each identified team help support the integration and outcomes you plan to achieve? Consider aspects related to communication, collaboration and professional organizations for best practices in healthcare informatics.

DQ1 UMBO – 2
DQ1 PLG – 7
DQ1 CLO – 6

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Undergrad Discussion Question Rubric v1

Criteria	Does Not Meet (0%)	Approaches (60%)	Meets (70%)	Exceeds (100%)	Criterion Score
Content of Initial Thread/Post Weight: 40%	0 pointsResponse contains little to none of the required aspects of the prompt; Content is off topic; references are not included. APA reference/citation format is not used.	4.8 pointsMajor required aspects of the prompt are not addressed or the response speaks in vague generalities. Information is too general; 1 reference is present, but it is non-scholarly (if required) and/or it does not appropriately reflect the topic. APA reference/citation format may be inaccurate in the response.	5.6 pointsResponse addresses prompt requirements. Content is relevant and germane to the intent of the prompt; 1 or more references are scholarly (if required) and/or appropriately reflect topic, and have few APA formatting errors.	8 pointsContent includes additional or novel points beyond the intent of the prompt. References are sufficient, scholarly in nature, and are formatted correctly in APA format.	Score of Content of Initial Thread/Post Weight: 40%,/ 8
Critical Thinking of Thread/Post Weight: 10%	0 pointsLittle analysis or insight is displayed; Little or no logical support or reasoning is present	1.2 pointsSome illogical statements and poor reasoning displayed; argument is unclear or convoluted	1.4 pointsResponse indicates that thought, insight, and analysis has taken place; Argument is solid and logical	2 pointsResponse is rich in critical thinking, and full of thought, insight, and analysis; Argument is clear and concise	Score of Critical Thinking of Thread/Post Weight: 10%,/ 2
Quality of Written Communication in Initial Thread/Post Weight: 20%	0 pointsStyle and voice inappropriate or do not address given audience, purpose, etc. Word choice is excessively redundant, clichéd, and unspecific. Inconsistent grammar, spelling, punctuation, and paragraphing. Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning.	2.4 pointsStyle and voice are somewhat appropriate to given audience and purpose. Word choice is often unspecific, generic, redundant, and clichéd. Repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language, sentence structure, and/or word choice are present.	2.8 pointsStyle and voice are appropriate to the given audience and purpose. Word choice is specific and purposeful, and somewhat varied throughout. Minimal mechanical or typographical errors are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used.	4 pointsStyle and voice are not only appropriate to the given audience and purpose, but also show originality and creativity. Word choice is specific, purposeful, dynamic and varied. Free of mechanical and typographical errors. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used. Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.	Score of Quality of Written Communication in Initial Thread/Post Weight: 20%,/ 4
Discussion Responses to Classmates’ Threads/Posts Weight: 30%	0 pointsDid not make an effort to participate in learning community as it develops; Displays lack of engagement with discussion forum; Did not make the minimum of 2 responses to classmates.	3.6 pointsOccasionally makes meaningful reflection on group’s efforts; Marginal effort to become involved with group; Made one response to classmates	4.2 pointsFrequently attempts to direct the discussion and present relevant viewpoints for consideration by group; Interacts freely; Met the minimum of 2 responses to classmates	6 pointsShows astute awareness of needs of community; Frequently attempts to motivate the group discussion; Presents creative approaches to topic; Made at least 2 responses to classmates	Score of Discussion Responses to Classmates’ Threads/Posts Weight: 30%,/ 6

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Level 3

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Level 4

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CIS 450 Module 4 Assignment Implementation of New Systems

Recorded presentation between 7 and 12 minutes in length. The presentation should include a PowerPoint and oral presentation of the slides. There is no slide number requirement. Answer all questions thoroughly with the allotted time. Be sure to include a title slide, objective slide, content slides, reference slide in APA format. Use the appropriate APA style in-text citations and references for all resources utilized to answer the questions. Include at least three (3) scholarly sources using APA citations to support your claims. This assignment uses a rubric for scoring. Please review it as part of your assignment preparation and again prior to submission to ensure you have addressed its criteria at the highest level. Use a recording platform of your choice and either upload as an mp4 or share the link directly to the video in the dropbox.

You are a project manager assigned to implementing a new computer system in an organization

Why is it important to understand usability, configurability, and interoperability? Should these concepts out way the underlining cost of the new system? Which system do you recommend and why?
During phase one, you are selecting a team. What characteristics are important to consider when selecting a team?
During phase two the following principle was discussed, “lead with culture, determining where the resistance is,” and then, engage all levels of employees (Sipes, 2019, p. 161). What does this principle mean to you and how can you implement this principle?
How will you handle physician and other key professional’s resistance to change and using the new system?
Discuss possible pitfalls during the implementation phase and how you can avoid them?
Describe your personal experience with automation and new information systems.

M4 Assignment UMBO – 2, 3

M4 Assignment PLG – 1, 7

M4 Assignment CLO – 6

Assignment Dropbox

Instructions & Specifications Submissions Rubric

Start by reading and following these instructions:

Study the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources carefully.
Consider the discussion and the any insights you gained from it.
Review the assignment rubric and the specifications below to ensure that your response aligns with all assignment expectations.
Create your assignment submission and be sure to cite your sources, use APA style as required, and check your spelling.

The following specifications are required for this assignment:

Length: Recorded presentation between 7 and 12 minutes in length. The presentation should include a PowerPoint and oral presentation of the slides. There is no slide number requirement. Answer all questions thoroughly with the allotted time. Use a recording platform of your choice and either upload as an mp4 or share the link directly to the video in the dropbox.

Structure: Include a title slide, objective slide, content slides, reference slide in APA format.

References: Use the appropriate APA style in-text citations and references for all resources utilized to answer the questions. Include at least three (3) scholarly sources to support your claims.

Format: Save your assignment as an MP4 document (.mp4) or link

File name: Name your saved file according to your first initial, last name, and the module number (for example, “RHall Module 1.mp4”)

Presentation: Use a presentation software (ex. PowerPoint, Google Slides) to create a visual presentation. Then use a recording program of your choice to record a 7 and 12 minutes in length presentation. ***Please do not record as voice-over PowerPoint because this cannot be saved in mp4 format or a link.*** If you submit your assignment as a PowerPoint with voice over recording you will not receive credit for your assignment (or partial credit as you did not meet the full requirements of the assignment.)

Undergrad Video-Oral Communication Response Assignment Rubric v1

Criteria	Does Not Meet 0%	Approaches 60%	Meets 70%	Exceeds 100%	Criterion Score
Content of Information in Video Weight: 30%	0 pointsTopic is inappropriate to assignment, inaccurate understanding of concepts, unclear and difficult to understand	18 pointsTopic is mostly covered and appropriate to assignment, but does not adequately demonstrate accurate understanding of concepts; mostly clear and understandable	21 pointsTopic is completely covered and appropriate to assignment; overview of key concept dimensions is evident; clear and understandable	30 pointsIn-depth coverage of topic; outstanding clarity and explanation of concepts demonstrated in information presented	Score of Content of Information in Video Weight: 30%,/ 30
Oral Communication Weight: 30%	0 pointsCentral message cannot be deduced, nor is it explicitly stated in presentation; delivery techniques (posture, gestures, eye contact, vocals) detract from understandability of presentation and speaker appears nervous and uncomfortable; language choices are unclear, minimally support effectiveness of presentation, or are inappropriate for audience.	18 pointsCentral message is basically understandable, but information is repeated and somewhat disorganized; delivery techniques make speaker appear tentative and unsure; language choice is mundane and commonplace, though somewhat appropriate for audience.	21 pointsCentral message is clear and consistent with content; delivery techniques make speaker appear comfortable; language choices are thoughtful and appropriate for audience.	30 pointsCentral message is compelling and well supported; delivery techniques make speaker appear confident and polished; language choices are imaginative, memorable, and compelling to support the effectiveness of the presentation.	Score of Oral Communication Weight: 30%,/ 30
Organization Weight: 20%	0 pointsOrganization pattern (specific introduction/conclusion, sequenced material within the body, and transitions) is not observable within the presentation.	12 pointsOrganization pattern is intermittently observable within the presentation.	14 pointsOrganization pattern is clear and observable within the presentation.	20 pointsOrganization pattern is skillful and permits a cohesiveness in the presentation.	Score of Organization Weight: 20%,/ 20
Supporting Materials Weight: 20%	0 pointsInsufficient supporting materials (explanations, examples, illustrations, etc.) do not make reference to information/topic; materials do not establish speaker’s credibility/authority on the topic.	12 pointsSufficient supporting materials make reference to information/topic, but do not completely establish speaker’s credibility/authority on the topic.	14 pointsSupporting materials make explicit reference to information/topic and generally supports it; materials establish speaker’s credibility/authority.	20 pointsA wide variety of supporting materials appropriately reference information and analysis is evident.	Score of Supporting Materials Weight: 20%,/ 20

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Level 2

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Level 3

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Level 4

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Module 5 Discussion

Discuss what training programs are needed for the technology required for your final presentation topic. Consider what training to provide to new employees and what on-going training may be necessary.

DQ1 UMBO – 5
DQ1 PLG – 3
DQ1 CLO –2

Discussion Forum

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Undergrad Discussion Question Rubric v1

Criteria	Does Not Meet (0%)	Approaches (60%)	Meets (70%)	Exceeds (100%)	Criterion Score
Content of Initial Thread/Post Weight: 40%	0 pointsResponse contains little to none of the required aspects of the prompt; Content is off topic; references are not included. APA reference/citation format is not used.	4.8 pointsMajor required aspects of the prompt are not addressed or the response speaks in vague generalities. Information is too general; 1 reference is present, but it is non-scholarly (if required) and/or it does not appropriately reflect the topic. APA reference/citation format may be inaccurate in the response.	5.6 pointsResponse addresses prompt requirements. Content is relevant and germane to the intent of the prompt; 1 or more references are scholarly (if required) and/or appropriately reflect topic, and have few APA formatting errors.	8 pointsContent includes additional or novel points beyond the intent of the prompt. References are sufficient, scholarly in nature, and are formatted correctly in APA format.	Score of Content of Initial Thread/Post Weight: 40%,/ 8
Critical Thinking of Thread/Post Weight: 10%	0 pointsLittle analysis or insight is displayed; Little or no logical support or reasoning is present	1.2 pointsSome illogical statements and poor reasoning displayed; argument is unclear or convoluted	1.4 pointsResponse indicates that thought, insight, and analysis has taken place; Argument is solid and logical	2 pointsResponse is rich in critical thinking, and full of thought, insight, and analysis; Argument is clear and concise	Score of Critical Thinking of Thread/Post Weight: 10%,/ 2
Quality of Written Communication in Initial Thread/Post Weight: 20%	0 pointsStyle and voice inappropriate or do not address given audience, purpose, etc. Word choice is excessively redundant, clichéd, and unspecific. Inconsistent grammar, spelling, punctuation, and paragraphing. Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning.	2.4 pointsStyle and voice are somewhat appropriate to given audience and purpose. Word choice is often unspecific, generic, redundant, and clichéd. Repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language, sentence structure, and/or word choice are present.	2.8 pointsStyle and voice are appropriate to the given audience and purpose. Word choice is specific and purposeful, and somewhat varied throughout. Minimal mechanical or typographical errors are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used.	4 pointsStyle and voice are not only appropriate to the given audience and purpose, but also show originality and creativity. Word choice is specific, purposeful, dynamic and varied. Free of mechanical and typographical errors. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used. Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.	Score of Quality of Written Communication in Initial Thread/Post Weight: 20%,/ 4
Discussion Responses to Classmates’ Threads/Posts Weight: 30%	0 pointsDid not make an effort to participate in learning community as it develops; Displays lack of engagement with discussion forum; Did not make the minimum of 2 responses to classmates.	3.6 pointsOccasionally makes meaningful reflection on group’s efforts; Marginal effort to become involved with group; Made one response to classmates	4.2 pointsFrequently attempts to direct the discussion and present relevant viewpoints for consideration by group; Interacts freely; Met the minimum of 2 responses to classmates	6 pointsShows astute awareness of needs of community; Frequently attempts to motivate the group discussion; Presents creative approaches to topic; Made at least 2 responses to classmates	Score of Discussion Responses to Classmates’ Threads/Posts Weight: 30%,/ 6

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CIS 450 Module 5 Assignment Information Security in a World of Technology

Write an essay addressing each of the following points/questions. Be sure to completely answer all the questions for each bullet point. There should be three sections, one for each item number below, as well as the introduction (heading is the title of the essay) and conclusion paragraphs. Separate each section in your paper with a clear heading that allows your professor to know which bullet you are addressing in that section of your paper. Support your ideas with at least three (3) scholarly citations using APA citations in your essay. Make sure to reference the citations using the APA writing style for the essay. The cover page and reference page do not count towards the minimum word amount. Review the rubric criteria for this assignment.

The textbook discusses several education methods. Discuss each method with an example of how the method could be used in the organization. Then discuss how you will evaluate the method and learning.
Healthcare continues to be a lucrative target for hackers with weaponized ransomware, misconfigured cloud storage buckets, and phishing emails. Discuss how an organization can protect patients’ information through:
- Security mechanisms
- Administrative and Personnel Issues
- Level of access
- Handling and Disposal of Confidential Information
You are providing education to staff on phishing and spam emails. Using the different educational methods discussed in Chapter 12:
- Provide examples of how each method can be used
- How will the method and learning be evaluated?

M5 Assignment UMBO – 5

M5 Assignment PLG – 3

M5 Assignment CLO – 2

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Start by reading and following these instructions:

Study the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources carefully.
Consider the discussion and the any insights you gained from it.
Review the assignment rubric and the specifications below to ensure that your response aligns with all assignment expectations.
Create your assignment submission and be sure to cite your sources, use APA style as required, and check your spelling.

The following specifications are required for this assignment:

Length: 1500 words total for this assignment.

Structure: Include a title page and reference page in APA style. These do not count towards the minimum word amount for this assignment. All APA papers should include an introduction and conclusion.

References: Use the appropriate APA style in-text citations and references for all resources utilized to answer the questions. Include at least three (3) scholarly sources to support your claims.

Format: Save your assignment as a Microsoft Word document (.doc or .docx) or a PDF document (.pdf)

Filename: Name your saved file according to your first initial, last name, and the module number (for example, “RHall Module1.docx”)

Module 6 Discussion

One thing in life we cannot control is nature. What would your organization do if there was a natural disaster that destroyed electrical lines and internet servers? How would you take care of your patients if you could not access the EMR for a week or more? What recommendations can you make for improvement?

Reply to at least two of your peers with additional evidence-based recommendations for improvement.

DQ1 UMBO – 5
DQ1 PLG – 3
DQ1 CLO – 1, 8

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CIS 450 Module 6 Assignment Data-Based Changes

Write an word essay addressing each of the following points/questions. Be sure to completely answer all the questions for each number item. There should be three sections, one for each item number below, as well the introduction (heading is the title of the essay) and conclusion paragraphs. Separate each section in your paper with a clear heading that allows your professor to know which bullet you are addressing in that section of your paper. Support your ideas with at least three (3) scholarly citations using APA citations in your essay. Make sure to reference the citations using the APA writing style for the essay. The cover page and reference page do not count towards the minimum word amount. Review the rubric criteria for this assignment.

Identify one aspect of big data and data mining that is interesting to you. Explain the concept and how it might bring value to healthcare.
Describe the concept of continuity planning. If you were the director or manager for your current workplace, describe the preparedness program you would recommend.
Locate an article discussing the use of informatics in healthcare education of the general public or of nursing students. Discuss the benefits and drawbacks to using technology in this situation and recommendations from the author. Do you feel this use of technology is a viable method of educating (the public or nursing students)? Why or why not?

M6 Assignment UMBO – 5

M6 Assignment PLG – 3

M6 Assignment CLO – 2, 3

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Instructions & Specifications Submissions Rubric

Start by reading and following these instructions:

Study the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources carefully.
Consider the discussion and the any insights you gained from it.
Review the assignment rubric and the specifications below to ensure that your response aligns with all assignment expectations.
Create your assignment submission and be sure to cite your sources, use APA style as required, and check your spelling.

The following specifications are required for this assignment:

Length: 1500 words total for this assignment.

Structure: Include a title page and reference page in APA style. These do not count towards the minimal word amount for this assignment. All APA Papers should include an introduction and conclusion.

References: Use the appropriate APA style in-text citations and references for all resources utilized to answer the questions. Include at least three (3) scholarly sourcesto support your claims.

Format: Save your assignment as a Microsoft Word document (.doc or .docx) or a PDF document (.pdf)

File name: Name your saved file according to your first initial, last name, and the module number (for example, “RHall Module 1.docx”)

Module 7: Healthcare Informatics Applications Part II

Module 7 Discussion

What impact has policy had on informatics? Describe the current impact and provide recommendations for future public policy informatics initiatives that would improve patient outcomes and healthcare equality.

DQ1 UMBO – 5
DQ1 PLG – 3
DQ1 CLO – 1, 3

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Module 7 Assignment The Future of Healthcare Informatics

Identify the current role of the informatics nurse and predict the future role of the informatics nurse, based on scholarly sources.
Explain what is meant by connected health. Provide three examples of connected health in today’s healthcare environment. Explain the benefits and drawbacks of each.
In what ways has informatics impacted public health – please provide at least three examples.

M7 Assignment UMBO – 5

M7 Assignment PLG – 3

M7 Assignment CLO – 2, 3, 8

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Start by reading and following these instructions:

Study the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources carefully.
Consider the discussion and the any insights you gained from it.
Review the assignment rubric and the specifications below to ensure that your response aligns with all assignment expectations.
Create your assignment submission and be sure to cite your sources, use APA style as required, and check your spelling.

The following specifications are required for this assignment:

Length: 1500 words total for this assignment.

Structure: Include a title page and reference page in APA style. These do not count towards the minimum word amount for this assignment. All APA papers should include an introduction and conclusion.2

References: Use the appropriate APA style in-text citations and references for all resources utilized to answer the questions. Include at least three (3) scholarly sources to support your claims.

Format: Save your assignment as a Microsoft Word document (.doc or .docx) or a PDF document (.pdf)

Filename: Name your saved file according to your first initial, last name, and the module number (for example, “RHall Module 1.docx”)

CIS 450 Module 8: Class Project

Module 8 Discussion

Has the material in the course changed your professional practice? How might learning about informatics in healthcare influence your professional practice?

DQ1 UMBO – 5
DQ1 PLG – 3
DQ1 CLO – 8

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Review the rubric in the tab below. Also take a look at the Getting Started Guide to find due dates and other discussion post requirements.
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After posting your contribution, you must read what others have posted, reply to at least two of those posts, and respond (when appropriate) to those you have responded to you.

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Module 8 Discussion Sample Approach 1

The materials in the course have changed my professional practice because I have gained a lot of knowledge regarding healthcare informatics. I am not able to apply informatics in my practice as a nurse and improve the outcome of patients. Studies have proven that informatics competence is a critical prerequisite to improving patient care (Darvish et al., 2014). Through the course, I have been able to interact with various materials that have enhanced my competence in information technology and in particular, healthcare informatics. Use of technology in healthcare and integrating it into nursing curriculum can promote and increase patient safety. Through informatics, I am now able to apply knowledge acquired to improve on efficiency and performance through information systems and new technologies.

Learning about informatics in healthcare will influence my professional practice. For instance, I am not able to apply this knowledge to interpret flow of information within the hospital setting, develop standards and database structures that enhance clinical care such as electronic health records (EHR) and conduct basic science research. Systems such as the EHR have been found to reduce greatly the common medical errors in health care when designed and implemented to basic safety principles (Yogesh & Karthikeyan, 2022).

Informatics also entails big data and data analytics which transform healthcare in a positive manner. Therefore, I am able to retrieve and analyze data from the knowledge that I have gained regarding informatics. For instance, through big data, I am able take part in the collection data for diseases such as cancer and other neurological disorders with the aim of improving disease prognosis. According to studies, cancer detection and prognosis as well as other issues in health is not possible through the discovery of big data and data analytics (Yogesh & Karthikeyan, 2022). By taking part in this kind of research, I will develop critical skills that will allow me to gain competence and improve on the health outcomes of patients.

The knowledge that I have gained from learning about informatics will also influence how I conduct my practice as a nurse. For instance, my understanding about technology has now improved greatly meaning that I will be able to use systems been applied in the hospital settings. I can effectively interact with patients through systems such as the patient portal. According to studies, there are different ways in which patients can use electronic systems to provide information to their health care providers (Synder et al., 2011). Such electronic systems include web portals that patients to communicate with clinicians, access their health records, request for prescription refills, set appointments, and access laboratory results (Synder et al., 2011). Therefore, I can use such platforms to continually coach and educate patients on chronic conditions such as heart diseases and diabetes and transform healthcare through impacting knowledge to patients.

References

Darvish, A., Bahramnezhad, F., Keyhanian, S., & Navidhamidi, M. (2014). The role of nursing informatics on promoting quality of health care and the need for appropriate education. Global Journal of Health Science, 6(6), 11–18. https://doi.org/10.5539/gjhs.v6n6p11

Snyder, C. F., Wu, A. W., Miller, R. S., Jensen, R. E., Bantug, E. T., & Wolff, A. C. (2011). The role of informatics in promoting patient-centered care. Cancer Journal (Sudbury, Mass.), 17(4), 211–218. https://doi.org/10.1097/PPO.0b013e318225ff89

Yogesh, M. J., & Karthikeyan, J. (2022). Health Informatics: Engaging Modern Healthcare Units: A Brief Overview. Frontiers in Public Health, 10, 854688. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2022.854688

Module 8 Discussion Sample Approach 2

How does Informatics in Healthcare Influence Nurses’s Professional Practice?

Nursing informatics incorporates the fields of nursing, computer science, and information science to manage medical data and develop and maintain data systems that are designed to improve patient outcomes as well as boost the overall performance of a healthcare organization.

Indeed, we have been researching a healthcare informatics topic of your choice and finally came up to realize the application of informatics in healthcare can certainly have a significant impact on nurses’ professional practice. It is time to look into how it can bring about change.

First, Streamlined documentation: Informatics tools, such as electronic health records (EHRs), can enhance the efficiency and accuracy of documentation. Nurses can quickly access and update patient information, reducing the time spent on paperwork and allowing more time for direct patient care.

Second, Improved communication and collaboration: Informatics facilitates effective communication and collaboration among healthcare professionals. Nurses can securely share information, collaborate on care plans, and communicate with the interdisciplinary team, leading to better-coordinated care and improved patient outcomes.

Third, Enhanced decision-making: Informatics systems can give nurses real-time access to evidence-based guidelines, clinical pathways, and best practices. This enables them to make more informed decisions, deliver evidence-based care, and improve patient safety.

While informatics can bring about positive changes, nurses must receive appropriate education and training to effectively utilize these tools and ensure patient privacy and data security. I am working at the hospital’s psychiatric inpatient unit. Learning about informatics in healthcare can have a considerable impact on psychiatric nurses’ professional practice. There are several ways it might influence current practice.

Psychiatric nurses can utilize informatics to manage patient data, including medical histories, treatment plans, and medication records. This can improve the accuracy, accessibility, and information organization, leading to better-informed clinical decisions. Informatics enables seamless communication between healthcare providers, allowing psychiatric nurses to collaborate with other professionals involved in a patient’s care. This can facilitate coordinated and holistic treatment approaches, improving patient outcomes.

In terms of adequate documentation, with informatics knowledge, psychiatric nurses can utilize electronic health records (EHRs) to document patient assessments, interventions, and progress notes. EHRs can streamline documentation processes, reduce paperwork, and provide a comprehensive view of a patient’s healthcare journey. Thus, Evidence-based practice: Informatics equips psychiatric nurses with access to the latest research, evidence-based guidelines, and decision support tools. This empowers them to stay updated with advancements in psychiatric care and make informed decisions based on best practices.

I like that informatics tools, such as patient portals and mobile applications, can facilitate patient engagement and education. Psychiatric nurses can leverage these tools to provide resources, monitor patient progress remotely, and promote self-management of mental health.

In conclusion

This specialized informatics practice is essential to delivering high-quality and cost-effective health care in a fast-paced environment where technology is ubiquitous. Nursing informatics strives to facilitate the unique job responsibilities of nurses through optimized health IT methods and software tools by incorporating informatics into their practice, psychiatric nurses can enhance efficiency, improve patient care, and stay abreast of technological advancements.

References

Veinot, T. C., Ancker, J. S., Cole-Lewis, H., Mynatt, E. D., Parker, A. G., Siek, K. A., & Mamykina, L. (2019). Leveling up: on the potential of upstream health informatics interventions to enhance health equity. Medical care, 57, S108-S114.

Module 8 Assignment Informatics in Healthcare

Beginning in Module 1 of this course you have been researching a healthcare informatics topic of your choice. Present the findings in a recorded presentation between 7 and 12 minutes in length. The presentation should include a PowerPoint and oral presentation of the slides. There is no slide number requirement. Answer all questions thoroughly with the allotted time. PowerPoint allows you to record directly to each slide. Be sure to include a title slide, objective slide, content slides, reference slide in APA format. Use the appropriate APA style in-text citations and references for all resources utilized to answer the questions. Include at least three (3) scholarly sources using APA citations to support your claims. This assignment uses a rubric for scoring. Please review it as part of your assignment preparation and again prior to submission to ensure you have addressed its criteria at the highest level. Use a recording platform of your choice and either upload as an mp4 or share the link directly to the video in the dropbox.

Discuss your topic and its relationship to your current (or future) practice. Discuss why the topic is important in healthcare informatics.
What research have you have found on the topic? Describe how each scholarly article relates to the topic and your current (or future) practice. Describe what conclusions you have drawn based on your research of the topic.
What ethical or legal issues does this topic present?
Create a plan for implementing a change (or justify the need for no change). Who needs to be involved? What training programs are needed? Is there a need for on-going training? Discuss how you would evaluate the success of the change (or the continued success of what you are currently doing). What is the cost to implement or maintain this change? Who will be financially responsible? How feasible is this change?
Finally, identify how changes in public policy and technological advances in the future could impact this topic. What would those changes mean to the healthcare industry?

Total Point Value of Assignment: 500 points

M8 Assignment UMBO – 5

M8 Assignment PLG – 3

M8 Assignment CLO – 6, 7, 8

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Instructions & Specifications Submissions Rubric

Start by reading and following these instructions:

Study the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources carefully.
Consider the discussion and the any insights you gained from it.
Review the assignment rubric and the specifications below to ensure that your response aligns with all assignment expectations.
Create your assignment submission and be sure to cite your sources, use APA style as required, and check your spelling.

The following specifications are required for this assignment:

Structure: Include a title slide, objective slide, content slides, reference slide in APA format.

References: Use the appropriate APA style in-text citations and references for all resources utilized to answer the questions. Include at least three (3) scholarly sources to support your claims.

Format: Save your assignment as an mp4 document (.mp4) or share the link to the recording

File name: Name your saved file according to your first initial, last name, and the module number (for example, “RHall Module 1.mp4”)

Presentation: Use presentation software (ex. PowerPoint, Google Slides) to create a visual presentation. Then use a recording program to record a 7 and 12 minutes in length presentation. ***Please do not record as voice-over PowerPoint because this cannot be saved in mp4 format or a link.*** If you submit your assignment as a PowerPoint with voice over recording you will not receive credit for your assignment (or partial credit as you did not meet the full requirements of the assignment.)