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Control and use of information, seen from a nurse's perspective
1HISCOM Leiden, The Netherlands.
International Journal of Bio-Medical Computing
|October 1, 1996
Summary
This study examines the impact of information technology (IT) in nursing, focusing on data security. It provides recommendations for enhancing IT system awareness and secure practices for patient data and professional communication.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Informatics
- Health Information Management
- Information Security in Healthcare
Background:
- Information technology is increasingly integral to nursing practice.
- Current usage of information systems by nurses requires evaluation.
- Ensuring data confidentiality, integrity, and availability is paramount in healthcare.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the impact of information technology on nursing.
- To assess the current value and usage of IT systems in nursing.
- To propose recommendations for improving IT system awareness and secure usage.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on IT in nursing.
- Analysis of current IT system utilization by nurses.
- Development of recommendations based on identified gaps.
Main Results:
- Information technology significantly impacts nursing workflows.
- There are varying levels of awareness and proper IT system usage among nurses.
- Specific areas for improvement include direct patient care environments and inter-professional communication.
Conclusions:
- Enhanced awareness and training are crucial for secure IT system use in nursing.
- Implementing robust security protocols is essential for protecting patient data.
- Recommendations focus on improving IT system security in patient care and health communication.