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Which of the following best describes the use of computers in nursing practice?
What is one way in which computers are used in nursing practice?
Which of the following is NOT optimized through the use of computers in nursing practice?
What is one major historical perspective of nursing and computers?
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Which of the following is NOT a part of computers' role in clinical practice?
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Study Notes
Computers in Nursing Practice
- Computers are integral tools for enhancing efficiency and accuracy in nursing operations.
- Electronic Health Records (EHRs) enable nurses to document patient information quickly and securely, improving patient care continuity.
Uses of Computers in Nursing
- Computers assist in medication management, helping nurses track dosages and reduce errors in medication administration.
- Telehealth services leverage computers to facilitate remote patient consultations, increasing accessibility to healthcare.
Optimization through Computers
- While computers enhance various aspects of nursing, some tasks like patient interaction and bedside care are not optimized by technology.
- Human touch and empathy remain critical components of nursing care that cannot be replaced by computers.
Historical Perspective
- The integration of computers in nursing dates back to the introduction of EHRs in the 1960s, transforming how patient information is recorded and shared.
- Early nursing applications of computers focused on administrative tasks before expanding into clinical decision support systems.
Roles Not Associated with Computers
- Direct patient assessments and physical examinations are not part of the computerized roles in clinical practice.
- Computers aid in decision-making, but they do not perform the actual nursing tasks that require human judgment and interpersonal skills.
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Test your knowledge on the role of computers in nursing with this NCM 110 quiz. Explore the history, usage, and benefits of computers in the healthcare system, as well as their impact on day-to-day nursing processes.
