RHIT Systems 2

Question 1

Which system architecture model places application processing on a central server while users interact via thin clients or terminals?

Accepted Answer

Centralized host-based architecture

Answer

Centralized host-based architecture processes all applications on a central host, with terminals serving only as input/output devices.

Question 2

In a hospital EHR system, which database concept ensures that a patient's address update in one module automatically reflects across all modules?

Accepted Answer

Data integration

Answer

Data integration ensures that updates to shared data propagate consistently across all connected modules and systems.

Question 3

A health information system's ability to exchange and use information with other systems is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Interoperability

Answer

Interoperability is the capacity of different systems to exchange, interpret, and use shared health information effectively.

Question 4

Which HL7 standard uses a document-centric XML-based approach for clinical document exchange?

Accepted Answer

HL7 CDA

Answer

HL7 Clinical Document Architecture (CDA) is an XML-based markup standard for encoding clinical documents for exchange.

Question 5

A radiology department uses a system to manage imaging workflows, store images, and distribute them to clinicians. This system is called a:

Accepted Answer

Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)

Answer

PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) is specifically designed to store, retrieve, manage, and distribute medical images.

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