EMR

GROUP 3 PROJECTGovernor State University

Joyce Bassey

Definition of EMR

Electronic medical records (EMR) contain electronic form of patient information as paper record. It contains documentation written by your health care providers such as nurses or physicians about the care provided to the patients.

Features of EMR

health information and data reporting, and privacy order management decision support administrative management and patient supports.

Benefit of EMRThere are several benefits of the electronic medical record such as

Information privacy and security. Health care providers are able to enter

and store lab test results. computerized reminders and prompts to

alert upcoming tests and screenings. prescribe orders without medical errors.

Uses of EMR

EMR is use as a searchable data base for patient records.

It is also use as a means of communication between healthcare providers and other multidisciplinary team.

It allow nurses to know the recommended dosages in the database and provides physicians with drug information about the medication prescribed.

Challenges using EMR There are gaps in securing the medical record

of the patients to prevent privacy violations. Frequent crashes Slow retrieval or functioning Inaccuracy due to nurses not proofreading

documentation before submitting. Inadequate training. The new technologies are often confusing

and present daily challenges to nurses who are used to paper charting.

Conclusion It is essential for healthcare professionals to

beopen- minded to use of the EMR and beknowledgeable of laws for appropriate access

ofpatient data. Society is progressively advancing

in new technologies and healthcare organizations

need to be current in methods of communication

to provide effective patient care.

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