CHAPTER 8: Research and Decision Support
Susan White, PhD, RHIA, CHDA
J. Michael Hardin, PhD
Learning Objectives
After completing this chapter, the reader should be able to:
Discuss the ethical responsibilities of research specialists (RSs) and decision support specialists (DSSs).
Describe the importance of data and information governance in the roles of RSs and DSSs.
Describe how advances in information technologies have intensified the ethical challenges in research and decision support.
Identify how RSs and DSSs can meet their ethical responsibilities with regard to ensuring data integrity and confidentiality, with a focus on the impact of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Describe the role of institutional ...
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