Envision that you are a hospital informatics director, and your organization is deciding on which type of consent model to adopt, which will be the foundation for how patient information is shared from the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with a regional Health Information Exchange (HIE). In a well-written research paper, you will critically evaluate a suitable consent model of your choosing (pg. 60 Zhou and Clack) while considering the concepts of patient privacy and control.
Outline (You can use this outline or develop one yourself – an abstract is not necessary):
Cover Page
Introduction
(1) Provide a brief introduction to the scenario
(2) Highlight the importance of choosing a consent model for your healthcare organization
(3) Explain the significance of participating in a Regional HIE
Consent Models – Describe and explain at least two different consent models (pg. 60 Zhou and Clack).
Pros and Cons – Evaluate the Pros and Cons of each consent model and how each may affect your hospital’s participation in the Regional HIE.
What will the impact be for your providers? Patients?
How will you educate patients on the consent model your organization has adopted?
Recommendation – Based on your analysis, make a justified recommendation for the consent model you feel is the most appropriate for your organization.
Explain why you chose this model.
Conclusion – Summarize your recommendations and highlight the impact of your decision on how it may affect participating in the Regional HIE.
References
Requirements:
3-5 pages double-spaced
Use relevant sources and provide a reference list in APA format
3-5 references
Important: Please do not only add direct quotes to your assignments – I need to see critical analysis and synthesis of the material – this can be done by paraphrasing and analysis.
How can you accomplish this?
Ask yourself what is the concept I am discussing? Why is it important? What are the consequences (of not doing something)? Why is this important? (Details!)
Please be sure to review the page MEAL Writing 101. This page can also be found under Modules –> Orientation & Helpful Tips.
Evaluation: Your assignment will be evaluated based on your:
Analysis of consent models
Depth in evaluating the pros and cons of each consent model
Justification for your decision on a particular consent model
Quality of work, writing style, grammar, spelling, and overall presentation