HIM* 155 - Fundamentals of Clinical Informatics and Electronic Medical Records

Credit(s): 3
- On Campus and Online -

Prerequisite(s): ENG* 101 and CSA 105
Corequisite(s): MED* 125.
This course looks at Clinical Informatics related to systems and processes for collecting and maintaining patient health information. It also offers knowledge of health information systems and records and also an introduction to the use of basic electronic medical record systems. An overview of health information systems, terminology, data management, and regulatory concepts is included. Hands-on learning will occur in the laboratory setting using systems designed for both ambulatory and acute care settings.