Use the ethical tools from the readings to discuss the ramifications of electronic medical records. Suppose that there was a nationwide database of electronic medical records, with strong security to try to prevent unauthorized access. What would be the benefits and costs of such a system?

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Answer and Explanation:

1) EHR System which helps in capturing the functionalities and and check for required informations

2) Online Tool for notifying the doctor about the status pf the patient

3) Interactive health records

4) Computerized physician entry of orders (CPOE)

Benefits of centralized system are as follows:

1) IT gives a lower hardware expense

2) Improves the productivity of the IT Staff

3) Enhances the purchasing power

4) Meets the industry regulations

5) Information flow is properly maintained.

The cost of the system would be with respect to the tools to be used and the broadness of the network.