The document discusses some potential disadvantages and benefits of electronic health records (EHRs). Some disadvantages include hackers potentially accessing confidential patient information, the costs of training personnel and equipment, and delays that could occur from computer issues. However, the benefits outlined include improved efficiency, reduced costs from eliminating paper records and transcription, more accurate documentation for reimbursement, and improved quality of patient care through better data access and management.

1. Disadvantages of EHR  Health services will be delivered
faster and efficiently thus improves
 Hackers may be able to penetrate
EHR despite security precautions and
may leak out confidential information
hospital financial growth
Reduces re-filling and storage costs
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 Costly to train personnel in EHR
software
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 Computer freeze can cause patient
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 Unfamiliarity with technology
may
create detraction
 Equipment is very costly
 Patients may being a transitional
state where old records has not been
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2. Electronic Health Record Laboratory data Improved quality and integrity of
data
Radiology Reports
Serves as an ongoing record
What does a nurse require to operate
EHR system?  Allows data comparisons from prior
visits
Basic computer knowledge is required;
however additional training will be Eliminates redundant data collection
required to use the system. The health
 Better management and
care institution will ensure all staff is
coordination of patient care
adequately trained.
Benefits to Patient
 Allows patient to take charge of
What is an electronic health record? his/her care by actively participating in
care
Is a record of patient health care
information generated by one or more Helps patient track and evaluate care
encounters in any care delivery setting.
 Allows patient to send vital health
Contents of an electronic health Benefits/Advantages of EHR to health information directly from home to
Record Professional physician office
Patient demographics Better/faster data access
Progress Notes Supports Research
Immunization record Improved Documentation
Post medical history