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Informatics for Healthcare Professionals (00 Edition)

by Kathleen M. Young

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Publisher Comments:

-- Presents a very practical, easy-to-understand discussion on informatics<BR>-- Basics of health information management applicable to all healthcare professionals are covered, with liberal use of examples from nursing and health professions<BR>-- Discusses the future of integrated health information systems for all healthcare providers<BR>-- Pedagogy includes chapter outlines, chapter objectives, key points, highlighted key terms the first time they are mentioned, learning exercises, and a glossary at the end of the book<BR>-- Annual updates on the F.A. Davis web site includes reviews or updates on some specific information system and updated bibliographies

Book News Annotation:

A mid-level, generic informatics text usable in a professional healthcare curriculum, emphasizing the relevance of information handling for practice and the role of future professionals as information management leaders in their disciplines. Subjects covered represent a broad overview of topics relating to informatics, with chapters on basic applications of informatics in conceptual theory, evidence-based healthcare, taxonomy, security, and electronic and Web- based tools. Also covered are human factors, managing change, and managed care. Includes chapter objectives, summaries, and exercises. Young is affiliated with Western Michigan University.
Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Product Details

ISBN:
9780803606197
Editor:
Young, Kathleen M.
Publisher:
F. A. Davis Company
Editor:
Young, Kathleen M.
Location:
Philadelphia
Subject:
Medical informatics
Subject:
Nursing - Management & Leadership
Subject:
Nursing informatics
Edition Description:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Series Volume:
v. 1-2
Publication Date:
January 2000
Binding:
Paperback
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
282
Dimensions:
8.94x6.03x.62 in. .93 lbs.

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