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Handheld computer software for school nurses.

Elisabeth Ann Murphy1

  • 1Norfolk Academy, Norfolk, Virginia, USA.

The Journal of School Nursing : the Official Publication of the National Association of School Nurses
|January 20, 2006
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School nurses can leverage handheld computers and software for daily tasks, emergencies, and disasters. This technology supports evidence-based nursing by providing accurate information for informed clinical decisions.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Informatics
  • Health Technology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • School nurses have progressively adopted technology, from computers in the 1980s to the internet in the 1990s.
  • The early 21st century sees school nurses integrating handheld computers to enhance their professional practice.
  • Technological integration aims to improve efficiency and decision-making in school nursing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To inform school nurses about handheld computer technology and relevant software applications.
  • To highlight the utility of handheld devices in routine, emergency, and disaster scenarios for school nurses.
  • To promote the adoption of advanced tools for evidence-based nursing practice in schools.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current handheld computer technology and software relevant to school nursing.

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  • Discussion of practical applications for daily, emergency, and disaster management.
  • Emphasis on the role of technology in facilitating evidence-based nursing.

    • Main Results:

    • Handheld computers offer school nurses access to accurate, up-to-date information.
    • These devices support improved clinical decision-making processes.
    • The use of handhelds facilitates the practice of evidence-based nursing.

    Conclusions:

    • Handheld computers are valuable tools for enhancing school nursing practice.
    • The technology empowers nurses to make informed decisions based on current evidence and patient needs.
    • Integrating handhelds supports the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care in diverse school settings.