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Information technology in maternal/child nursing: past, present, and future
1School of Nursing, State University of New York, University at Buffalo, USA. mccartny@acsu.buffalo.edu
MCN. the American Journal of Maternal Child Nursing
|December 2, 2000
Summary
This issue celebrates 25 years of MCN, highlighting computer history and nursing informatics milestones. It reviews past technology literature and offers strategies for integrating electronic health records into nursing practice.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Informatics
- Health Information Technology
- Medical Computing
Background:
- Commemorating 25 years of MCN, a journal established during the microcomputer revolution.
- Chronicling pivotal moments in computer history and the evolution of nursing informatics.
- Examining the trajectory of technological advancements relevant to healthcare.
Observation:
- Reviewing technology literature previously published in MCN.
- Identifying key themes and trends in health informatics over 25 years.
- Assessing the impact of computing on nursing practice and education.
Findings:
- Summarizing a comprehensive review of technology literature within MCN.
- Highlighting the integration of electronic technology in healthcare settings.
- Presenting visions for future technologies in nursing and patient care.
Implications:
- Recommending four nursing strategies for effective electronic technology integration.
- Providing a curated list of online information resources for nursing informatics.
- Guiding future research and practice in health information technology for nurses.