Identify a computerized health information system (HIS) or clinical information system (CIS) that is used where you work or if you do not work, consider Microsoft Excel. Answer the following questions based on the HIS/CIS you identified.

1. Share how your experience with the EHR at your place of employment has been used to improve patient care. If you have no experience working with an EHR, explain how your experience with Microsoft Excel can be used to enhance patient care.
2. How has the EHR affected research and quality improvement within nursing?
3. What are some disadvantages of the EHR?
4. Why is there a need for healthcare records to be electronic?