CPHIMS CPHIMS IT Governance and Management 2

Question 1

Which framework is MOST commonly used to align IT governance with business objectives in healthcare organizations?

Accepted Answer

COBIT

Answer

COBIT (Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies) is the most widely adopted framework for IT governance that aligns IT goals with business objectives.

Question 2

A hospital CIO wants to ensure IT investments deliver measurable value. Which governance practice BEST supports this goal?

Accepted Answer

Establishing a portfolio management process with defined metrics

Answer

Portfolio management with defined metrics allows organizations to track and measure the business value delivered by IT investments.

Question 3

Under HIPAA, who bears ultimate accountability for ensuring a covered entity's compliance with security regulations?

Accepted Answer

The organization's leadership/Board

Answer

Ultimate accountability for HIPAA compliance rests with the organization's senior leadership and governing board, not individual staff roles.

Question 4

Which committee structure is MOST effective for overseeing healthcare IT governance decisions?

Accepted Answer

Cross-functional IT governance committee with clinical and administrative representation

Answer

A cross-functional committee ensures that IT decisions reflect clinical, operational, and financial perspectives across the organization.

Question 5

What is the PRIMARY purpose of an IT charter in healthcare governance?

Accepted Answer

To define the authority, responsibilities, and scope of the IT function

Answer

An IT charter formally defines the mission, authority, responsibilities, and governance boundaries of the IT department within the organization.

CPHIMS Exam Practice Test

CPHIMS Exam Practice Test

CPHIMS CPHIMS IT Governance and Management 2