Nursing Informatics Concepts

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What is the defining characteristic that differentiates nursing informatics from other nursing specialties?

  • Collaboration with other healthcare professionals
  • Management of patient data and information
  • Use of technology in delivering patient care
  • Focus on the information aspects of nursing practice (correct)

Which of these are core phenomena, as mentioned in the text, that nursing informatics is interested in?

  • Nurse, patient, data, information
  • Nurse, patient, health, environment (correct)
  • Patient, health, environment, technology
  • Health, environment, technology, data

Which of the following is NOT a domain that contributes to the multidisciplinary nature of informatics?

  • Computer science
  • Cognitive science
  • Information science
  • Social science (correct)

What is the primary purpose of informatics nurses in the healthcare setting?

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Which of the following areas of nursing practice can be supported by decision-making using informatics tools?

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What is the process of managing data, information, and knowledge called?

<p>Information handling (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these accurately describes the relationship between informatics and healthcare informatics?

<p>Healthcare informatics is a subdiscipline of informatics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key responsibility of informatics nurses in developing the specialty's body of knowledge?

<p>Evaluating the effectiveness of informatics tools (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Schwirian's model, what is the main objective of nursing informatics?

<p>To identify and meet significant information needs to achieve nursing goals. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which model portrays nursing informatics as a linear progression from data to knowledge?

<p>Graves and Corcoran's Model (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which core component is NOT included in Turley's model of nursing informatics?

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The Data-Information-Knowledge Model emphasizes the role of nursing informatics in:

<p>Managing and communicating various levels of information in nursing practice. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between Graves and Corcoran's model and Schwirian's model?

<p>Graves and Corcoran's model is linear, while Schwirian's model is hierarchical. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which model highlights the importance of integrating nursing science with computer science and information science?

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What does the statement 'Processing of information does not always result in development of knowledge' suggest?

<p>Information alone doesn't guarantee understanding or application. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which model reflects the dynamic and evolving nature of nursing informatics?

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What is a significant benefit of open-source software in healthcare settings?

<p>It facilitates collaboration and customization. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is data assessment crucial in healthcare?

<p>It helps identify data gaps, inconsistencies, and errors. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does technology enhance personal and professional development in nursing?

<p>By providing tools for self-learning and networking. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one major characteristic of the Internet as it relates to nursing?

<p>It provides access to a vast array of information and services. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do nurses play in assessing data quality?

<p>They ensure reliable data is available for treatment plans and research. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an Expert nurse from a Novice nurse in Benner's model?

<p>An Expert nurse typically demonstrates minimal problem-solving effort. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which level of expertise indicates that a nurse can cope with and manage multiple contingencies?

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Which of the following correctly defines the term 'Open Source Software'?

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What is a critical capability of nurses regarding computer hardware?

<p>To ensure efficient and reliable data management by understanding hardware limitations. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does proficiency in computer software systems play for nurses?

<p>It is vital for ensuring accurate data entry and improving patient care. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At which level of Benner’s Level of Expertise do nurses start demonstrating acceptable performance based on expanding experience?

<p>Advanced Beginner (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes a Proficient nurse in Benner’s model?

<p>They appreciate and apply standards of practice in nursing informatics. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is understanding computer software limitations crucial for nurses?

<p>It helps in recognizing potential errors that may impact patient care. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Free Software

Software available at no cost, but licensing varies.

Open-source Software

Software allowing collaboration, customization, often at low cost.

Data Assessment

Evaluating data quality, completeness, and accuracy for patient care.

Personal Informatics in Nursing

Using IT for personal, professional, and educational development in nursing.

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The Internet for Nurses

A global network offering medical databases, courses, and communication tools.

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Nursing Informatics

A nursing specialty focusing on the management of healthcare information using information technology.

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Informatics

A multidisciplinary science combining computer science, information science, and cognitive science.

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Healthcare Informatics

A subdiscipline of informatics focused on managing healthcare information.

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Information Handling

The process of managing data, information, and knowledge in nursing practice.

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Decision-Making in Nursing

Utilizing data and information to make informed choices in various nursing practices.

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Core Phenomena of Nursing

The central elements that nursing informatics focuses on: nurse, patient, health, and environment.

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Information Structures

Frameworks for organizing and managing data and information in nursing informatics.

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Interdisciplinary Nature of Nursing Informatics

Nursing informatics overlaps with various disciplines in managing information and knowledge.

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Benner's Levels of Expertise

A framework outlining the stages of nursing skill acquisition from novice to expert.

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Novice

Individuals with no experience in specific situations expected for tasks.

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Advanced Beginner

Nurses who show marginally acceptable performance with some supervision.

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Competent

Nurses with mastery and capability to handle various contingencies.

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Proficient

Nurses who evolve through practice and appreciate standards of practice.

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Expert

Individuals with mastery and intuitive understanding of problems.

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Computer Hardware

The physical components of a computer system, like CPU and RAM.

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Computer Software

Programs and applications that run on hardware, such as operating systems.

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Graves and Concoran’s Model

Model depicting nursing informatics as a linear progression: Data -> Information -> Knowledge.

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Schwirian’s Model

A model identifying information needs and guiding research in nursing informatics.

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Turley’s Model

Highlights nursing informatics as the intersection of nursing, cognitive and information sciences.

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Data-Information-Knowledge Model

A model illustrating the conversion of data to information and then to knowledge within nursing.

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Core Components of Informatics

Includes cognitive science, information science, and computer science related to nursing.

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Dynamic Process

Nursing informatics involves continuously evolving the conversion of data to knowledge.

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Information Processing

The act of transforming information that doesn't always lead to knowledge development.

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Study Notes

Nursing Informatics Concepts

  • Nursing informatics is a specialized area of nursing that utilizes information technologies
  • All nurses use information technology in practice
  • Informatics nurses are crucial in designing, implementing, and evaluating technologies relevant to nursing
  • The specialty is focused on developing knowledge in the field

Informatics and Healthcare Informatics

  • Informatics blends domain science, computer science, information science, and cognitive science
  • Healthcare informatics is a sub-discipline of informatics focused on managing healthcare information
  • Informatics is a broad umbrella term that encompasses many specialized disciplines

Nursing Informatics as a Specialty

  • Nursing informatics practice includes developing and evaluating applications, processes, and tools
  • The specialty considers client care, research, education, and nursing administration
  • Information handling encompasses managing data, information, and knowledge naming, organizing, grouping, collecting, processing, analyzing, storing, retrieving, transforming, and communicating.
  • Nursing informatics focuses on the core phenomena of nursing (nurse, patient, health, and environment).
  • The field integrates with other disciplines and allows for continuous evolution, change, and growth.

Informatics Theory

  • Nursing informatics combines nursing science, information science, and computer science to help manage, communicate and process data, information, and knowledge in nursing practice
  • Understanding foundational concepts and principles within the field is important for effectively utilizing nursing technology.

Nursing Informatics Models

  • Graves and Corcoran's Model (1989): Views nursing informatics as linear; Data -> Information -> Knowledge.
  • Schwirian's Model (1986): Intended to guide and stimulate research in nursing informatics, including identifying information needs and meeting nursing goals to achieve objectives.
  • Turley's Model (1996): Nursing informatics is an intersection of nursing science and informatics; key components are discipline-specific science and Cognitive Science

Data - Information - Knowledge Model

  • Nursing informatics integrates nursing science, computer science, and information science to manage data, information, knowledge, and wisdom into practice
  • Data is converted into information, then knowledge.
  • Processing of information does not always lead to knowledge.

Benner's Level of Expertise Model

  • Nurses must acquire computer skills in addition to nursing knowledge.
  • Levels of expertise describe the progression of experience in acquiring nursing skills through different levels ranging from novice, to advanced beginner, to competent, proficient, and expert

Computer Systems and Software

  • Computer systems encompass hardware components (CPU, memory, storage, input/output devices).
  • Software (operating systems, database management systems, nursing applications) helps manage data accurately, efficiently and effectively.
  • Open-source software offers cost-effective solutions, often for resource-constrained settings.
  • Software use needs to account for limitations, potential errors, and effective data management.

Data Assessment

  • Evaluating data quality, completeness, and accuracy in nursing practice is crucial.
  • Data quality is essential for accurate assessments and effective patient care.

Personal, Professional, and Educational Informatics

  • Technology is utilized in professional networking, continuing education, and self-learning.

The Internet

  • The internet is a crucial tool for nurses, providing access to information, online courses, medical databases, and communication platforms.

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