Evaluation of a computerised nursing care planning system in two small hospitals

This paper describes an evaluation study of a computerised nursing care planning system in two small hospitals. A pre/post test design was used, incorporating a variety of measures. The results of the study do not allow any firm conclusions to be drawn about the effects of the system itself, and need to be considered within the wider context of changes occurring both within nursing and the National Health Service (NHS). Further research should be contemplated to include large sample size, the use of a control and objective independent measures of quality.