Information technology for the health professions / Lillian Burke, Barbara Weill.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction to Information Technology-Hardware, Software, and
Telecommunications
Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Information Technology and Computer Literacy
What Is a Computer?
Hardware

Digital and Analog Devices
Hardware (?)
Input Devices
Direct-Entry Devices
Human-Biology Input Devices
Processing Hardware and Memory
Open Architecture
Output Devices
Secondary Storage Devices
Software
System Software
Application Software
An Overview of Networking, Connectivity, and Telecommunications
Protocols
Communications Hardware
Analog and Digital Signals: The Modem
Uses of Telecommunications and Networking
The Internet and the World Wide Web
Intranets/Extranets
Internet Services
The World Wide Web
Chapter Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Multiple Choice
True/False Questions
Critical Thinking
Sources
Related Web Sites
Chapter 2 Security and Privacy in an Electronic Age
Outline
Learning Objectives
Security and Privacy-An Overview
Threats to Information Technology
Computer Technology and Crime
Security
Privacy
Databases
Government Databases
Private Databases
Databases and the Internet
Privacy, Security, and Health Care
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996
Privacy of Medical Records under HIPAA and the USA Patriot Act
Telemedicine and Privacy
E-mail and Privacy
Privacy and Electronic Medical Records
Chapter Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Multiple Choice
True/False Questions
Critical Thinking
Sources
Related Web Site
Chapter 3 An Introduction to Medical Informatics and the Administrative
Applications of Computers
Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Medical Informatics
Administrative Applications of Computer Technology in the Medical Office
Medical Office Administrative Software-An Overview
The Patient Information Form
The Electronic Medical Record
Coding and Grouping
Accounting, Using MediSoft
Insurance
Claims
Accounting Reports
Other Systems
Chapter Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Definitions
Multiple Choice
True/False Questions
Critical Thinking
Sources
Chapter 4 Telemedicine
Learning Objectives
Overview
Store-and-Forward Technology and Interactive Videoconferencing
Teleradiology
Telepathology
Teledermatology
Telecardiology
Telestroke
Telepsychiatry
Remote Monitoring Devices
Telehome Care
Telemedicine in Prison
Other Uses of Telemedicine
The Tele-Nurse
Issues in Telemedicine
Chapter Summary
Selected Reading
Key Terms
Review Questions
Multiple Choice
True/False Questions
Critical Thinking
Sources
Related Web Sites
Chapter 5 Information Technology in Radiology
Chapter Objectives
Introduction
X-rays
Ultrasound
Digital Imaging Techniques
Computerized Tomography
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Positron Emission Tomography
Bone Density Tests
Bloodless Surgery
Chapter Summary
Selected Reading
Key Terms
Review Questions
Multiple Choice
True/False Questions
Critical Thinking
Sources
Chapter 6 Information Technology in Dentistry
Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Overview
Education
Administrative Applications
The Electronic Dental Chart
Demographics and the Transformation of Dentistry
Computerized Instruments in Dentistry
Endodontics
Periodontics
Cosmetic Dentistry
Diagnosis and Expert Systems
Diagnostic Tools
X-rays
Digital Radiography
Electrical Conductance
Emerging Methods
Light Illumination
Lasers in Dentistry
Minimally Invasive Dentistry
Surgery
The Growth of Specialization
Teledentistry
Chapter Summary
Selected Reading
Key Terms
Review Questions
Multiple Choice
True/False Questions
Critical Thinking
Sources
Chapter 7 Information Technology in Surgery
Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Overview
Computer-Assisted Surgery
Computer-Assisted Surgical Planning
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Computer-Assisted Surgery and Robotics
ROBODOC, AESOP, ZEUS, MINERVA, and Other Robotic Devices
Augmented Reality
Telepresence Surgery
Discussion and Future Directions
Lasers in Surgery
Conclusion
Chapter Summary
Selected Reading
Key Terms
Review Questions
Multiple Choice
True/False Questions
Critical Thinking
Sources
Chapter 8 Information Technology in Pharmacy
Learning Objectives
Overview
Biotechnology and the Human Genome Project
Rational Drug Design
Bioinformatics
The Human Genome Project
Developments in Biotechnology
Computer-Assisted Drug Trials
The Computerized Pharmacy
Computers and Drug Errors
The Automated Community Pharmacy
Automating the Hospital Pharmacy
The Hospital Pharmacy Robot and Bar Codes
Point-of-Use Drug Dispensing
Telepharmacy
Drug Delivery on a Chip
The Impact of Information Technology on Pharmacy
Chapter Summary
Selected Reading
Key Terms
Review Questions
Multiple Choice
True/False Questions
Critical Thinking
Sources

Chapter 9 Computerized Medical Devices, Assistive Technology, and
Prosthetic Devices
Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Overview
Computerized Medical Instruments
Computerized Devices in Optometry/Opthalmology
Assistive Devices
Augmentative Communications Devices
Environmental Control Systems
Prosthetic Devices
CFES Technology
Risks Posed by Implants
Conclusion
Chapter Summary
Selected Readings
Chapter Summary
Selected Reading
Key Terms
Review Questions
Multiple Choice
True/False Questions
Critical Thinking
Sources
Chapter 10 Informational Resources: Computer-Assisted Instruction, Expert
Systems, and Health Information Online

Chapter Objectives
Overview
Education
The Visible Human
Computer-Assisted Instruction
Simulation Software
Virtual Reality Simulations
Patient Simulators
Distance Learning
Decision Support: Expert Systems
Health Information on the Internet
Medical Literature Databases
E-mail
Self-help on the Web
Support Groups on the Web
Judging the Reliability of Health Information on the Internet
Self-help Software
Conclusion
Chapter Summary
Selected Reading
Key Terms
Review Questions
Multiple Choice
True/False Questions
Critical Thinking
Sources
Related Web Sites
Chapter 11 Conclusion and Future Directions

Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Overview
Clinical and Special Purpose Applications: Future Trends
Administrative Applications: The Integrated Electronic Medical Record
Demographic Changes and Occupational Outlooks for Health Care Professionals
Social Implications
Chapter Summary
Sources