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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 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