Collation
Collation
Collation (/kəˈleɪʃən/) is a process used in various fields, including medicine, to assemble, arrange, and compare items in a systematic order. In the medical field, collation refers to the gathering and arrangement of patient information, medical records, and other relevant data for analysis and decision-making.
Etymology
The term "collation" originates from the Latin word "collatio", which means "to bring together" or "compare". It has been used in English since the 14th century.
Related Terms
- Medical Records: These are comprehensive documents that contain a patient's medical history, diagnoses, treatment plans, and other pertinent health information. Collation of medical records is crucial for effective patient care and management.
- Data Analysis: This is the process of inspecting, cleaning, transforming, and modeling data to discover useful information, draw conclusions, and support decision-making. Collation is an essential step in data analysis.
- Health Information Management: This is the practice of acquiring, analyzing, and protecting digital and traditional medical information vital to providing quality patient care. Collation is a key component of health information management.
- Electronic Health Record (EHR): This is a digital version of a patient's paper chart. EHRs are real-time, patient-centered records that make information available instantly and securely to authorized users. Collation of EHRs can improve patient care by providing a comprehensive view of a patient's health history.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Collation
- Wikipedia's article - Collation
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