Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jun 21, 2026
05:21
Computerized Adaptive Testing System of Functional Assessment of Stroke
Published on: January 7, 2019
Who attended the NI training programs in Taiwan?
1Institute of BioMedical Informatics, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan ROC.
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
|July 14, 2009
Summary
Nursing Informatics (NI) training programs were established in 2003 to address clinical needs and resource disparities. Over 310 participants attended 24 programs, primarily from well-resourced northern Taiwan medical centers.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Education
- Nursing Informatics
- Health Information Systems
Background:
- Nursing Informatics (NI) promotion began in 2002.
- Training programs and workshops commenced in 2003.
- Addressing the growing need for informatics skills in clinical practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the initial impact and reach of NI training initiatives.
- To identify participant demographics and geographic distribution.
- To understand the needs within clinical settings regarding Health Information Systems (HIS).
Main Methods:
- Conducted 24 NI training programs and workshops between 2003 and 2006.
- Tracked participant attendance, exceeding 310 individuals.
- Analyzed participant origins, focusing on clinical settings and geographic location.
Main Results:
- Over 310 participants attended 24 NI training programs.
- The majority of attendees were from clinical settings, particularly medical centers.
- Participants were predominantly from northern Taiwan, indicating a concentration of healthcare resources.
Conclusions:
- NI training programs have engaged a significant number of healthcare professionals.
- There is a notable concentration of participants from well-resourced areas, highlighting potential disparities.
- The study identified specific needs in clinical settings and an imbalanced distribution of Health Information Systems (HIS) resources.
