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Holistic Nursing Practice
|January 1, 1995
Summary
Nurses play a crucial role in selecting and utilizing health care technologies to improve patient outcomes globally. This article outlines a framework for technology assessment, empowering nurses in evaluation and selection processes.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Health Informatics
- Technology Assessment
Background:
- Nurses globally strive to enhance human health through their practice.
- Effective selection and utilization of healthcare technology are vital for achieving health improvement goals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a framework for technology assessment in healthcare.
- To identify opportunities for nurses' involvement in evaluating and selecting health technologies.
Main Methods:
- The article presents a conceptual framework for technology assessment.
- It discusses the role of nurses in various stages of technology evaluation and selection.
Main Results:
- Nurses can be actively involved in assessing healthcare technologies.
- This involvement spans from individual patient care to influencing health policy.
Conclusions:
- A structured approach to technology assessment is essential for nurses.
- Empowering nurses in technology selection can optimize healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.