2. A systematic collection of health information
about an individual or a population
A health record in digital format
An EHR is more than just a computerized
version of a paper chart.
EHRs are real-time, patient-centered records
which allows health information to be readily
available to authorized users or health care
providers.
3. 1. Clinical Data Entry Issues
2. Resistance to Change and Innovation
3. Human Resource Skills
4. Issues:
use of diagnosis statements and local
terminologies which makes the data not
comparable
lack of data standardization
Solution:
Develop a data dictionary and standard formats
which will be used in the EHR
5. Issues:
Health care providers find it difficult to use electronic
media when attending to a patient
Some EHRs do not exactly fit the needs of the healthcare
community and HCP work
Double workload for HCPs due to implementation of
both manual and electronic record system
Solutions:
Make sure the UI of the EHR is user-friendly
Involve HCPs in the design and implementation phase of
HER
Intensive planning for the automation of health records
6. Issues:
HCPs’ resistance to computer technology and
lack of computer literacy
Solutions:
Conduct training on basic computer skills
Make sure the UI is user-friendly and easy to
understand