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RAVINDER KAUR 202102978. THE IMPACT OF HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ON PATIENTS.

INTRODUCTION. THE IMPACT OF HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ON PATIENTS.

[Audio] What is health information technology Healthcare information technology is "The application of information processing, encompassing both hardware and software, that deals with the preservation, recovery, distribution, and use of health care information, data, and knowledge for communication and decision making,".

[Audio] INTRODUCTION Health information technology encompasses a range of technologies, from simple tracking to more complex decision aid and interfacing with hospital equipment. A good example being, prior to the use and acceptance of technology, medical files of patients were held on paper, which posed a significant danger of misplacement and other unforeseen events. But, because of technology improvements, there is now a prolonged shelf life available to deal with these unexpected circumstances, and files are now saved in online databases that can be accessed at whatever time. Since the IOM report, the development and use of health information technology has accelerated, with varying degrees of evidence about the impact of health information technology on patient outcomes..

[Audio] Purpose of health information technology Human mistake reduction Data tracking throughout time Enhancing clinical outcomes Enhancing practice efficiency Support better responses to health needs by providing information.

TYPES OF HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY(HIT). A FEW SHALL BE DISCUSSED TO REVEAL HOW THEY IMPACT PATIENTS.

[Audio] TYPES OF HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY A few examples are like: Electronic physician's orders Clinical decision support E-prescribing Patient data management systems Retained surgical items detectors Patient electronic portals.

[Audio] Patient data management system This is technology that automatically extracts data from medical devices at the bedside. The data is then summarized and rearranged to make it easier for healthcare practitioners to analyze it. A good example being patient monitors. Impact With the use of Patient Data Management Systems, errors have been reduced when it comes to patients data. The clinical outcomes have improved thus putting the patient at a better place. By lowering the amount of time spent charting, more time is spent on direct patient care..

[Audio] Patient electronic portals A patient portal is a reliable and safe web program that allows patients to view their personal health data. Patients may schedule appointments, examine diagnostic test results, obtain medication refills, connect with physicians, and view their medical records online. Impact Preventive care, illness knowledge, and self-management are all improved by patient portals. Portals now allow caregivers of children or senior patients to log in as proxy users, making family interaction and monitoring easier. Higher compliance to preventive medical services..

[Audio] Bar code medication and administration Bar code medication administration systems are computerized systems that integrate electronic drug administration data with bar code technology. Impact Elimination of medication mistakes by ensuring that the proper medicine is administered to the correct patient at the appropriate time. Reduction in mislabeled laboratory specimens to ensure proper diagnosis for the patients..

[Audio] Electronic physicians orders This comprises utilizing a computer or mobile device platform to enter physician orders, including pharmaceutical orders using computer assistance Impact Increased drug order safety, while more current methods enable for computerized ordering of tests, treatments, and consultations. Outpatient services showed comparable results in reducing medication errors and changing prescription errors.

[Audio] OVERALL IMPACT OF HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ON PATIENTS Reduction in medical errors Improved guidelines adherence No significant impact on mortality Reduction in adverse drug reaction.

[Audio] From the above mentioned and discussed above we see that healthcare technology advancements have aided in making tasks more accessible and effective. However it is to be noted that this the most critical changes in the healthcare industry..

[Audio] Why so? One might ask, well this is because of: Its potential to cost reduction Monitoring of patients and their records Reducing medical errors..

[Audio] RELEVANCE OF THE TOPIC TO THE MODULES IN THE COURSE OUTLINE Through the course outline and its related topics, we see that the patient always comes first and in professionalism and ethics we see the rule the patient is always right at the forefront of Healthcare provision. Patient safety is also a major part in the course of study, this aligns with the aim and purpose of Healthcare Information Technology. The emergence of HIT was to enable better provision of service, spending quality time with patients and ensuring that their information is stored I databases that are safe and convenient to use. The provision of HIT has enabled for the topic studied under Introduction to patient safety to be seen and understood well. Another topic that properly integrates with Health Information Technology is Quality and Safety in health care, where we see technology reduce the labor of work thus increasing patient-Healthcare provider relationship.

[Audio] LIMITATIONS, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS.

[Audio] Limitations Heterogeneous methodologies and interventions Difference in vendors and software Language exclusions( use of mostly English).

[Audio] Conclusion Finally, health information technology improves patient safety by reducing medication errors, reducing adverse drug reactions, and encouraging patients to follow practice guidelines. There is no doubt that health information technology is an important instrument for improving the quality and safety of healthcare. However, healthcare organizations must be cautious about which technologies they invest in, as research shows that certain technologies do not improve patient outcomes..

[Audio] Recommendations To ensure that the systems are effective, suitable training must be provided to ensure that the relevant line employees are adequately trained on how to use the intended health information technology. Organizations must regularly analyze and monitor patient safety outcomes, particularly during the first deployment, to ensure that the new technology achieves its intended effect. To ensure compliance with current best clinical practices, regulatory regulations, and technical stability, organizations must ensure that health information technology are updated on a regular basis..

REFERENCES. THE IMPACT OF HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ON PATIENTS.

REFERENCES. Health Information Technology | HHS.gov . ( n.d. ). Retrieved June 17, 2022, from https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-professionals/special-topics/health-information-technology/index.html Predicting Inpatient Medication Orders From Electronic Health Record Data—Rough—2020—Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics—Wiley Online Library . ( n.d. ). Retrieved June 17, 2022, from https://ascpt.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/cpt.1826 The organizational and clinical impact of integrating bedside equipment to an information system: A systematic literature review of patient data management systems (PDMS)— ScienceDirect . ( n.d. ). Retrieved June 17, 2022, from https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1386505614002470.

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