eHealth Glossary - Links Legend

The Glossary provides high-level definitions. To help the reader, a consistent naming convention is used when presenting links to more detailed information.

Links

• Byte - (~1 page) brief explanation of a topic, function, concept or process; serving as a quick orientation for readers unfamiliar with the focus of a Manual section.
• FAQ - (1-10 pages) series of common questions about a particular topic, providing an accessible way for prescribers to quickly home in on issues of particular interest.
• Tip - (1-3 pages) illustrated explanation of how to perform a particular function, always practical and always about how to use a function.
• Guide - (1-10 pages) more detailed exploration of the features and controls for a particular function, activity or information process.
• Infographic - (1-2 pages) graphic representation of a workflow or process, useful for illustrating how different functions, possibly performed by different persons, relate in a health information system.
• Backgrounder - (1-10 pages) explication of a policy or process.
• Briefing - (1-2 pages) summary key messages from a backgrounder.
• Crib-Sheet - (1-5 pages) summary of properties of a tool, settings or other configuration and use instructions
• Demo - (<5 min) brief video demonstration of a particular function or workflow, emphasizing essential prescriber actions.
• Glossary - (few sentences) definition of a term, concept or function, usually linked to glossary.connect-care.ca
• Norm - (5-10 pages) exploration of expectations of users respecting a particular functionality.
• Principles - (1 page) summary of key principles guiding the design, build or use of a particular functionality.
• Compact - (1 page) simple statement of mutual expectations and accountabilities.