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Computerised databases in infection control.

S Ormond-Walshe1

  • 1Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, London.

Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|February 24, 2001
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Healthcare databases are growing, with new systems for infection control management. This review explores their expanding role, benefits, and drawbacks for nursing professionals.

Area of Science:

  • Health Informatics
  • Infection Control
  • Nursing Informatics

Background:

  • The increasing adoption of digital systems in healthcare.
  • The specific need for robust infection control information management.
  • The evolving role of technology in clinical practice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the expanding role of specialized databases in healthcare.
  • To analyze the advantages of these systems for infection control.
  • To identify the disadvantages and challenges for nurses.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of current database systems in infection control.
  • Analysis of system functionalities and implementation.
  • Discussion of user perspectives, focusing on nursing staff.

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Main Results:

  • Databases offer enhanced capabilities for tracking and managing infection data.
  • Potential benefits include improved surveillance, outbreak detection, and prevention strategies.
  • Challenges may involve data integration, user training, and workflow adaptation.

Conclusions:

  • Specialized infection control databases are becoming integral to modern healthcare.
  • Nurses play a critical role in the effective utilization of these systems.
  • Careful consideration of advantages and disadvantages is essential for successful implementation.