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Security and legal issues associated with the computerized patient record
1University of Texas Health Science Center, Department of Acute Nursing Care, San Antonio 79284-7975, USA.
Seminars in Perioperative Nursing
|April 1, 1997
Summary
Electronic health records improve patient care documentation but introduce new liability and security concerns for healthcare professionals, especially perioperative nurses. Awareness of these digital health challenges is crucial for safe practice.
Area of Science:
- Health Informatics
- Nursing Technology
- Patient Record Management
Background:
- Technological advancements like increased processing power and digital imaging have transformed healthcare documentation.
- Electronic systems enable comprehensive patient record management and telemedicine integration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the liability and security issues associated with electronic health records.
- To inform perioperative nurses about the risks and considerations of digital documentation.
Main Methods:
- Review of current electronic health record technologies.
- Analysis of potential legal and security vulnerabilities.
- Discussion from a perioperative nursing perspective.
Main Results:
- Electronic health records enhance documentation accuracy and efficiency.
- Increased reliance on digital systems presents significant liability and security challenges.
- Perioperative nurses face unique risks in managing electronic patient data.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare professionals must be aware of the legal and security implications of electronic health records.
- Proactive risk management strategies are essential for perioperative nurses.
- Balancing technological benefits with security and liability is key in modern healthcare.