Electronic Health Records (EHRs)

Post a written response in the discussion forum to EACH threaded discussion topic:

1. Electronic Health Records (EHRs) provide both benefits and drawbacks. Create a “Pros” versus “Cons” table and include at least 3 items for each list. Next to each item, provide a brief rationale as to why you selected to include it on the respective list.
2. Refer to the Stage 3 objectives for Meaningful Use. Select two objectives to research further. In your own words, provide a brief discussion as to how the objective may impact your role as an APN in clinical practice.

Stage 3 objectives to choose from:

• Protect electronically protected health information
• Generate and transmit prescriptions electronically
• Implement clinical decision
• Use computerized provider order
• Provide patients with electronic access to their health information and patient-specific education
• Use Certified EHR Technology (CEHRT) to support coordination of care
• Use health information exchange to support care transitions and referrals

Meaningful Use Stage 3 Recommendations

https://www.healthit.gov/sites/default/files/facas/hitpc_muwg_stage3_recs_2014_03_11.pdf

Please follow the rubric when answering each question, APA format, references within the last 5 years