Computers in Nursing

What is nursing informatics?

The application of computer and information science to promote and support the practice of nursing and the delivery of nursing care.

In which decade did the use of computers in healthcare begin to be studied?

1960s

What major advancement in nursing occurred in the 1980s?

Nursing Informatics was formally accepted as a new nursing specialty.

What significant change occurred in healthcare settings in the 1990s?

Computer technology became an integral part of the healthcare setting.

What does the acronym ADT stand for in nursing?

Admission, Discharge, and Transfer.

What is the purpose of an ADT system?

To allow nurses to obtain basic biographical information on clients and notify appropriate departments of discharges or transfers.

What are some forms of nursing documentation that are computerized?

Nursing assessments, care plans, medication administration records, nursing notes, and discharge plans.

What is one advantage of computerized nursing documentation?

It is legible and can store standard nursing care plans for individualized client care.

How do computers enhance the teaching-learning process in education?

By using PowerPoint slides, word documents, web pages, and animations for better engagement.

What is one use of computers in the testing and evaluation process in education?

Creating question banks and conducting online testing.

What role do computers play in school administration?

Maintaining records of students and employees, accounts, and circulating instructions/notices.

What is the benefit of nursing software in the operating room?

It minimizes non-clinical time, improves time management, and facilitates access to information.

What is an Electronic Healthcare Record (EHR)?

A digital version of a patient's paper chart that allows healthcare providers to access patient information quickly.

How do Real-Time Locating Systems benefit hospitals?

They help nursing staff locate medical equipment quickly using tracking technologies.

What is one example of a diagnostic tool that has improved due to technology?

Handheld biosensors that can detect diseases from small body specimens.

What is the purpose of drug delivery systems in nursing?

To schedule complex dosing of medications, reducing human error and allowing nurses to focus on patient care.

What is the significance of patient lifting technology in nursing?

It reduces the risk of injuries among nursing staff when moving patients.

What quote by Albert Einstein summarizes the relationship between computers and humans?

"Computers are incredibly fast, accurate and stupid. Human beings are incredibly slow, inaccurate and brilliant. Together they are powerful beyond imagination."

What are some examples of nursing software modules?

Pre-admission testing, pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative phases.

What is one way computers assist in the guidance process in education?

Testing for aptitude, interest, and psychology using databases.

What is the benefit of using e-books and online libraries in education?

They save time and resources while providing quick access to information.

What is the role of nursing documentation in patient care?

To ensure accurate and accessible records of patient assessments and care plans.

How do computers aid in saving documents for future use?

By allowing the storage of documents as soft copies.

What is the impact of computerized systems on nursing communication?

They improve communication efficiency among healthcare team members.

What does the term 'nursing informatics' encompass?

The integration of nursing science with computer and information science.

What was a major concern regarding computers in healthcare during the 1960s?

The effectiveness and necessity of their use in nursing.

What is one major benefit of using animations in teaching?

They enhance understanding and engagement for students.