Effectiveness MIS Metrics Include Throughput, Transaction Speed, and System Availability

question 53

True/False

Effectiveness MIS metrics include throughput, transaction speed, and system availability.

Identify reputable sources for evidence-based practice and health information.

Utilize healthcare databases effectively for literature searches and evidence retrieval.

Maintain the security and confidentiality of patient health information in electronic health records.

Apply informatics concepts to improve patient care safety and reduce medication errors.

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Definitions:

SAM-e

S-Adenosyl methionine, a naturally occurring compound in the body involved in various biochemical processes, including mood regulation, and sometimes used as a dietary supplement for depression or joint pain.

Unipolar Depression

A mood disorder characterized by persistent sadness and lack of interest in activities, without manic episodes.

Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors

Medications that block the reabsorption of the neurotransmitter norepinephrine, increasing its availability in the brain.

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors

A class of drugs typically prescribed for depression and anxiety disorders, they work by increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain.