Demonstrate knowledge of system and database architectures used in commercial EHR systems.

Demonstration should include the

• health information systems landscape (e.g., CPOE, pharmacy, lab)
• different EHR hardware platforms (e.g., servers, mainframes, mini-computers)
• different EHR operating systems and databases (e.g., Windows, UNIX)
• importance of security, privacy, auditing, and performance monitoring in EHR systems.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What are some of the database systems used in EHRs?
• What are the most common hardware platforms?
• What are the main components of each EHR platform?