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Computerized databases: privacy issues in the development of the nursing minimum data set.

M R Rittman1, R H Gorman

  • 1Gainesville VA Medical Center, Florida.

Computers in Nursing
|January 1, 1992
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Ethical issues surrounding computerized nursing databases, like the Nursing Minimum Data Set (NMDS), require careful consideration. Addressing privacy concerns is crucial for maintaining patient dignity and quality of life in healthcare technology.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Informatics
  • Bioethics
  • Health Information Systems

Background:

  • Computerized databases are increasingly used in nursing.
  • The Nursing Minimum Data Set (NMDS) is a key example.
  • Ethical implications, particularly privacy, are often overlooked.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe privacy issues associated with the NMDS.
  • To discuss moral considerations for resolving ethical dilemmas.
  • To explore the impact of technology on human dignity and quality of life.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of ethical principles.
  • Analysis of privacy concerns in computerized databases.
  • Case study to illustrate privacy violations.
  • Examination of security systems from other disciplines.
Keywords:
Bioethics and Professional EthicsProfessional Patient Relationship

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Main Results:

  • Significant privacy issues exist within the NMDS.
  • Ethical principles can guide the resolution of privacy violations.
  • Security systems from other fields may offer relevant solutions.
  • Technology's impact on patient dignity requires careful management.

Conclusions:

  • Nursing leaders must proactively address ethical and privacy issues in computerized systems.
  • Implementing robust security measures is essential for the NMDS.
  • Balancing data utility with patient privacy is paramount for ethical nursing informatics.