Course materials

1. As an end user, do you feel you had any input in the selection or and
planning of the new HIT system?
Successful Implementation of Electronic Health Information TechnologySince the inception
of the HI-TECH Act, health organizations have faced increased pressure to update their
health information technology (HIT) resources. As discussed last week, many believe that
the increased use of electronic health records and the quick and efficient communication
afforded by HIT can lead to improved quality of patient care. Yet there are significant costs
associated with implementing such systems. What can organizations do to ensure that the
correct system is selected and that the system will be appropriate for those required to use
it? Who should be involved in those decisions?This week introduces the systems
development life cycle and discusses how it can guide an organization through the
complexities of adopting a new HIT system. In this Discussion, you are asked to consider the
role of nurses in the LSD process.To prepare: