database management

What Is a Record in a Database? (With Examples)

A record in a database is a single collection of related values stored together as one unit. In a relational database, a record is usually represented as one row in a table. If a table stores custo...

Isaiah Johns

Understanding Master Patient Index as a Database

Understanding Master Patient Index as a Database OverviewWelcome to our exploration of one of the unsung heroes of the healthcare industry—the Master Patient Index (MPI). In this article, we'll de...

Mr. Kathe Gislason

What Is a Database Citation?

What Is a Database Citation?A database citation is the reference you use when a database is the source of your information. That may mean you are citing a journal article found in a database, a rec...

Juliane Swift