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2. Collecting information (Usher Institute)
This badge addresses how information is collected, particularly in relation to health and care computerised systems.
This badge covers introductory issues developing and understanding of:
- Conscious information exchange
- Harvesting information
- Ethics and professional responsibility connected with gathering information
- Gathering information from multiple sources (interoperability)
You should provide a written account covering the following:
- Record keeping is a major aspect of care delivery but interoperability of systems is a challenge. How can the ability of information systems to work together, in your context, be improved?
- Investigate and identify solutions for the structural barriers to a standardised classification coding system within your working context.
- Has your view of your record management responsibilities changed? List 3 things you will now do differently within your working practice. Consider these for example from an ethical and collaborative communication viewpoint.
None. You do not need to hold any other badges to be able to apply for this one.
You should provide a reflective account (in one of: text, video or audio) of a minimum of 500 words addressing the criteria above.
Badge issuer
The Usher Institute works with people, populations and their data to understand and advance the health of individuals and populations through innovative collaborations in a global community. It sits within the Edinburgh Medical School in the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine at the University of Edinburgh.
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I confirm that I have read, understood and completed all the activities listed in the badge criteria and that each question from the criteria is answered in the evidence I have provided. My evidence has been written or recorded by me and I have not copied it from anywhere or anyone else. I understand that it will take 28 days for you to assess my application and that feedback cannot be provided if my application is unsuccessful.
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