General Information

• Name: Computers in Health Care
• Discipline: Health Information Technology (HIT)
• Units (Credits): 3
• Schedule History: See when this course was offered over the last three years.
• Transfer Information: Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
• Academic Division: Nursing and Allied Health
• Prerequisites: None

Course Outline

I: Catalog Course Description

Teaches hardware and software components of computers for health information applications. Methods of controlling the accuracy and security of data. Record linkage and data sharing concepts.

Note: Non-transferable for an NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.

II: Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to know the following:

• Identify types of computers common in medical environments.
• Differentiate between software and hardware.
• Discuss common software used in the medical workplace and its function(s).
• Identify common hardware devices and their function(s).
• Explain the advantages and disadvantages of computerization in the medical office.
• Understand the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regarding privacy of electronic records.
• Discuss the flow of information in a physician practice.
• Discuss how new information is collected for new patients receiving services at facilities outside the physician's office.
• Review hospital admission forms and the emergency room record; input information into the registration system.

III: Course Linkage

Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

Linkage of Course to Educational Program Mission Outcomes.

MISSION - This course is to provide employment-related knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a chosen field of study.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES - Students who complete programs in occupational areas are expected to demonstrate that they:

Know
• The subject matter appropriate to the emphasis of the degree.

Are Able To
• Acquire skills and perform tasks necessary for employment or career enhancement.
• Present themselves effectively to a potential employer.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills appropriate resources to remain current in the chosen occupational field.




Have Developed
• An appreciation of the importance of social, ethical, legal and diversity issues.