1. In the context of health informatics, which of the following best describes the term 'interoperability'? A. The ability of different information systems to work together within and across organizational boundaries. B. The process of protecting patient information from unauthorized access. C. The use of statistical methods to analyze large datasets. D. The integration of clinical care with laboratory services. Answer: A. Interoperability refers to the ability of different information systems, devices, and applications to access, exchange, integrate, and cooperatively use data in a coordinated manner, within and across organizational boundaries. 2. What is the primary purpose of clinical decision support systems (CDSS) in healthcare informatics? A. To schedule patient appointments efficiently. B. To provide healthcare professionals with knowledge and patientspecific information. C. To manage the financial transactions of healthcare services. D. To maintain an invent