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What is Personal Health Record

Chapter 8
Handbook of Research on Records and Information Management Strategies for Enhanced Knowledge Coordination
Health records controlled by the individual but contain information from a variety of providers. PHRs can contain diagnosis, medications, immunisations, medical history and contact information.
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Evolution of the Health Record as a Communication Tool to Support Patient Safety
Trixie Elizabeth Kemp (University of Tasmania, Australia), Kerryn Butler-Henderson (University of Tasmania, Australia), Penny Allen (University of Tasmania, Australia), and Jennifer Ayton (University of Tasmania, Australia)
Copyright: © 2021 |Pages: 29
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-6618-3.ch008
Abstract
This chapter provides a brief history of health records development through the ages, from ancient Mesopotamian clay tablets through to today's electronic health record. An understanding of where we have come from informs future direction and enhances knowledge. While the content and method has evolved, the need to document health information has been consistent for over 4000 years. The central premise has always been to support quality health care through quality information. This chapter will explore the link between health records and patient safety.
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Chapter 24
Shared Healthcare in a Regional E-Health Network
An electronic, cumulative record od health-relarted information on an individual, drawn from multiple sources, that is created, gathered, and managed by the individual.
Published in Chapter: Shared Healthcare in a Regional E-Health Network; From: Handbook of Research on Information Technology Management and Clinical Data Administration in Healthcare
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Chapter 22
An Interoperable and Standard-Based End-to-End Remote Patient Monitoring System
A health record where health data and information related to the care of a patient is maintained by the patient.
Published in Chapter: An Interoperable and Standard-Based End-to-End Remote Patient Monitoring System; From: Encyclopedia of E-Health and Telemedicine
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Telemedicine in Pandemic Times
Health information and data related to care is held and maintained by the patient.
Published in Chapter: Telemedicine in Pandemic Times; From: Health Informatics and Patient Safety in Times of Crisis
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Chapter 6
Adapting Agile Practices During the Evolution of a Healthcare Software Product
It is a health record where health data and information related to the care of a patient is maintained by the patient.
Published in Chapter: Adapting Agile Practices During the Evolution of a Healthcare Software Product; From: Balancing Agile and Disciplined Engineering and Management Approaches for IT Services and Software Products
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Chapter 2
Regulatory Issues in Telehealth: It's More Than Just About Data Jurisdiction
A health record where health data and other information related to the care of a patient is maintained and/or accessed by the patient.
Published in Chapter: Regulatory Issues in Telehealth: It's More Than Just About Data Jurisdiction; From: Tele-Audiology and the Optimization of Hearing Healthcare Delivery
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