Immunization information systems are used to record at least some of t

QUESTION

Immunization information systems are used to record at least some of the immunizations for about 75% of children in the U.S. Which benefits are provided by the use of these systems? (Select all that apply.)

a. A high return on investment
b. The ability to provide consolidated immunization histories to avoid over- or under-vaccinating
c. The ability to improve vaccination rates by integrating data across the country
d. Integration across nations

ANSWER:

ANS: A, B, C
Immunization information systems provide the following benefits: a high return on investment, the ability to provide consolidated immunization histories to avoid over- or under-vaccinating, and the ability to improve vaccination rates by integrating data across the country. Integration across nations is not available as yet.