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Using a management perspective to define and measure changes in nursing technology.

J W Alexander1, M Kroposki

  • 1College of Nursing, University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina 29208, USA. judy.alexander@sc.edu

Journal of Advanced Nursing
|September 1, 2001
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Nursing technology dimensions evolve over time, necessitating regular assessment by nurse managers. Understanding and measuring nursing technology is crucial for effective healthcare management and recognizing nurses

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Science
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • The term "technology" is often misused in nursing management, leading to confusion.
  • Existing nursing literature reveals inconsistent applications of the concept of technology.
  • This paper clarifies nursing technology from a management viewpoint, detailing its dimensions, attributes, consequences, and definitions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the concept of technology in medical science and management.
  • To define nursing technology clearly.
  • To present a study on applying nursing technology concepts in nursing units.

Main Methods:

  • A longitudinal study design was employed.
  • The study measured the dimensions of nursing technology.
  • Data were collected from nursing units over a 10-year period.

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Main Results:

  • The dimensions of nursing technology demonstrated changes over the 10-year study period.
  • Findings underscore the importance of periodic assessment of nursing technology by nurse managers.
  • The results support informed management decisions at the nursing unit level.

Conclusions:

  • This research aids healthcare providers in understanding the distinct role of nurses.
  • The study successfully identified and measured nursing technology within nursing units.
  • It highlights the significance of nursing technology in professional nursing practice.