Week 3 Discussion: Standardized Terminology and Language in Informatics

Week 3 Discussion: Standardized Terminology and Language in Informatics

Week 3 Discussion: Standardized Terminology and Language in Informatics
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Purpose
This week’s graded discussion topic relates to the following Course Outcomes (COs).

CO3 Define standardized terminology that reflects nursing’s unique contribution to patient outcomes. (PO 3)
CO8 Discuss the value of best evidence as a driving force to institute change in delivery of nursing care. (PO 8)
Discussion
Standardized Terminology and Language in Informatics is an important part of healthcare. Nurses and healthcare workers need to understand and be able to communicate clearly. Please select one of the following options and discuss your understanding of the role in healthcare and its potential impact on your practice.

Usability
Integration
Interface
Interoperability
Meaningful Use
Reimbursement from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) payment
NANDA
NIC/NOC
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Interoperability
In healthcare system, interoperability is the ability of several systems in the health information technology to cohesively exchange, interpret and utilize data. Interoperability has several levels such as foundational, structural and semantic.

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