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Student nurse computer experience and preferences for learning.

L Van Dover1, S Boblin

  • 1School of Nursing, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.

Computers in Nursing
|March 1, 1991
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Nursing students desire more computer training for healthcare careers. They prefer learning clinical applications over administrative or educational software to enhance their skills in a digital health environment.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Informatics
  • Health Professions Education

Background:

  • The increasing integration of technology in healthcare necessitates digital literacy among nursing professionals.
  • University nursing curricula must adapt to prepare students for a computerized healthcare environment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the current computer experience and future interests of baccalaureate and post-RN nursing students.
  • To identify specific areas of computer application in nursing where students seek enhanced knowledge and skills.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was administered to 73 third and fourth-year nursing students (aged 20-50).
  • The survey assessed computer use and preferences for educational, practice, and administrative applications in nursing.

Main Results:

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  • Significant variation exists between students' actual and preferred computer experience.
  • Students expressed a stronger preference for learning computer applications related to clinical practice compared to education or administration.
  • A general desire for increased knowledge and skills in computer use was reported.

Conclusions:

  • Nursing students recognize the importance of computer skills for their future careers.
  • Curricula should prioritize teaching clinical informatics applications to meet student demand and prepare them for modern healthcare.
  • Further integration of technology education is crucial for nursing students entering the workforce.