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Keeping current: ten important information resources to help rehabilitation nurses
M A Modrcin-McCarthy1, S L McGuire
1College of Nursing at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, USA. mmodrcin@utk.edu
Summary
Rehabilitation nurses must stay current with healthcare advancements. This article outlines 10 essential information resources for informed client care and professional development in nursing.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Healthcare Information Management
Background:
- Rehabilitation nurses require up-to-date knowledge for optimal client care.
- The healthcare landscape is continuously evolving, necessitating lifelong learning for nurses.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and describe 10 key information resources for rehabilitation nurses.
- To guide nurses in accessing and utilizing these resources for professional practice.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis of information access strategies.
- Categorization of 10 distinct information resource types relevant to nursing.
Main Results:
- Identified resources include journals, books, pamphlets, databases, conferences, continuing education, professional organizations, standards of practice, and networking.
- Detailed methods for accessing and applying each resource are discussed.
Conclusions:
- Effective utilization of these 10 resources empowers rehabilitation nurses to provide evidence-based, current client care.
- Continuous engagement with information resources is crucial for professional growth in rehabilitation nursing.