Chapter 5: HISM (D033)well answered
Computer-assisted instruction (CAI) - ANSWERSA software program designed to use
multimedia and interactive technology to teach a topic
Data conversion - ANSWERSthe process whereby data are copied from the existing IS,
manipulated into the format required by the new IS, and entered into the new IS
Graphical user interface (GUI) - ANSWERSterm used to describe the interaction of
users and the computer whereby the user clicks on icons, menus, and other tools to
assist in the use of the IS
Reengineering - ANSWERSEvaluating the way the healthcare facility does business in
order to improve efficiency
Screen design - ANSWERSDeveloping screens of an IS to meet the needs of the user
and to promote job efficiency
Setting configuration - ANSWERSThe entry of the desired behaviors of the IS into
tables or setting fields
Site preparation - ANSWERSMaking any needed changes to the physical location
where the computer, workstations, printers, or other hardware will be installed
System evaluation - ANSWERShow the healthcare facility determines whether or not
the IS functions as expected
System implementation - ANSWERSthe process of preparing and launching the
information system (IS) that has been selected for use
Test environment - ANSWERSan exact duplicate of the IS in use, excluding data
Train the trainer - ANSWERSA method of training certain individuals who, in turn, will
be responsible for training others on a task or skill such as how to use the new IS
Trouble ticket - ANSWERSA form that is used to give specific information on problems
encountered
User preparation - ANSWERSProviding the users with enough information about the IS
being implemented so that they are prepared both psychologically and through training
to use it
d. Setting configurations - ANSWERS1. Controlling how an IS works is impacted by
______________.
a. Interfaces
Computer-assisted instruction (CAI) - ANSWERSA software program designed to use
multimedia and interactive technology to teach a topic
Data conversion - ANSWERSthe process whereby data are copied from the existing IS,
manipulated into the format required by the new IS, and entered into the new IS
Graphical user interface (GUI) - ANSWERSterm used to describe the interaction of
users and the computer whereby the user clicks on icons, menus, and other tools to
assist in the use of the IS
Reengineering - ANSWERSEvaluating the way the healthcare facility does business in
order to improve efficiency
Screen design - ANSWERSDeveloping screens of an IS to meet the needs of the user
and to promote job efficiency
Setting configuration - ANSWERSThe entry of the desired behaviors of the IS into
tables or setting fields
Site preparation - ANSWERSMaking any needed changes to the physical location
where the computer, workstations, printers, or other hardware will be installed
System evaluation - ANSWERShow the healthcare facility determines whether or not
the IS functions as expected
System implementation - ANSWERSthe process of preparing and launching the
information system (IS) that has been selected for use
Test environment - ANSWERSan exact duplicate of the IS in use, excluding data
Train the trainer - ANSWERSA method of training certain individuals who, in turn, will
be responsible for training others on a task or skill such as how to use the new IS
Trouble ticket - ANSWERSA form that is used to give specific information on problems
encountered
User preparation - ANSWERSProviding the users with enough information about the IS
being implemented so that they are prepared both psychologically and through training
to use it
d. Setting configurations - ANSWERS1. Controlling how an IS works is impacted by
______________.
a. Interfaces
