Which Correctly Describes the Relationship Between EHR Use and the Principle

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which correctly describes the relationship between EHR use and the principle of nonmaleficence?

• A) A provider who chooses to use an EHR despite having limited experience with technology may contradict the principle of nonmaleficence.
• B) A provider who rushes to adopt an EHR because of quality-of-care benefits despite concerns about patient data security may contradict the principle of nonmaleficence.
• C) A provider who chooses not to use an EHR despite quality-of-care benefits because of the expense of system purchase and training may contradict the principle of nonmaleficence.
• D) A provider who chooses to use an EHR because of quality-of-care benefits but also keeps some paper copies of data entered in the EHR may contradict the principle of nonmaleficence.

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Definitions:

Patents

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Inventory

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