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Diffusion of technology innovation.

C A Romano1

  • 1Nursing Department, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland.

ANS. Advances in Nursing Science
|December 1, 1990
PubMed
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This study explores theoretical perspectives on adopting information technology in nursing informatics. It reviews diffusion of innovations and organizational theories to guide future research in this evolving field.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Informatics
  • Health Information Technology Adoption

Background:

  • Nursing informatics focuses on information technology's role in patient care, administration, and education.
  • Understanding technology adoption is crucial for effective implementation in healthcare settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present theoretical perspectives on the adoption and implementation of information technology in nursing informatics.
  • To review existing research on technology diffusion within healthcare.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of classical diffusion theory.
  • Analysis of organizational theory relevant to technology implementation.
  • Examination of the state of the art and methodological issues in nursing informatics research.

Main Results:

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  • Identified key theoretical frameworks (diffusion of innovations, organizational theory) applicable to nursing informatics.
  • Highlighted current research trends and methodological challenges in studying technology adoption.
  • Proposed areas for future research in this domain.

Conclusions:

  • Theoretical perspectives are essential for understanding and guiding the adoption of information technology in nursing.
  • Further research is needed to address methodological issues and explore new avenues in nursing informatics.