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Expert systems as computer assisted instruction systems for nursing education and training
1Accounting, Legal Studies and IS Dept., University of Houston at Clear Lake, TX 77058.
Computers in Nursing
|January 1, 1994
Summary
Expert systems technology aids nurses in quickly learning new specialties. This computer-aided instruction offers valuable training for nursing professionals and students facing evolving care demands.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Informatics
- Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
Background:
- Increasing specialization in nursing necessitates cross-disciplinary knowledge.
- Nurses may need to practice outside their core expertise with minimal notice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the utility of expert systems technology in nursing education.
- To demonstrate the development and benefits of computer-aided instruction for nurses.
Main Methods:
- Utilized VP-Expert, an expert system shell, for development.
- Created two illustrative examples of computer-aided instruction systems.
Main Results:
- Expert systems facilitate rapid familiarization with new nursing specialization areas.
- Developed systems offer unique benefits for nursing education and training.
Conclusions:
- Expert systems technology is a valuable tool for upskilling nurses.
- Computer-aided instruction enhances nursing professionals' adaptability and knowledge base.