Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) — Question 56

You are implementing a new information system. You have to deal with issues related to other existing systems such as lack of integrations and differences in how data are stored. These existing systems are called:

Answer options

• A. hospital information systems
• B. practice management system
• C. legacy systems
• D. continuity of care record C

Correct answer:

Explanation

The correct answer is 'legacy systems', which refer to outdated systems that may not integrate well with newer technologies. Options A and B are specific types of systems that may exist within a healthcare context but do not encompass the broader challenges of integration or data storage differences. Option D is also a specific type of record and does not accurately describe the existing systems causing integration issues.