Nursing informatics (lecture) Flashcards
What is Nursing Informatics?
The use of information technologies in relation to any nursing functions and actions of nurses.
(Kathryn Hannah, 1985)
What are the components of Nursing Informatics according to Graves and Corcoran (1989)?
A combination of computer science, information science, nursing science designed to assist in the management and processing of nursing data, information, and knowledge.
This supports the practice of nursing and the delivery of nursing care.
How does the ANA define Nursing Informatics?
A specialty that integrates nursing science, computer science, and information science to support nursing practice, administration, education, research, and the expansion of nursing knowledge.
This includes identifying, collecting, processing, and managing data and information.
What is the purpose of Nursing Informatics according to ANA 2014?
To integrate nursing science with multiple information management and analytical sciences to identify, define, manage, and communicate data, information, knowledge, and wisdom in nursing practice.
What roles does Nursing Informatics support?
Supports consumers, patients, nurses, and other health care professionals in their decision-making.
This support is provided in all roles and settings to achieve desired outcomes.
What are the main characteristics of Nursing Informatics as a specialty?
- Differentiated practice
- Well-derived knowledge base
- Distinct body of knowledge
- A defined research program
- Organizational representation
- Educational program
- Credentialing mechanism
