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Maintaining competent practice: information settings for the gastroenterology nurse
A Modrcin-McCarthy1, S L McGuire, L C Thompson
1College of Nursing, University of Tennessee at Knoxville 37996-4180, USA. mmodrcin@UTK.EDU
Summary
Gastroenterology nurses must continuously acquire new knowledge to maintain professional competency. This article provides resources for effective information retrieval and management to help nurses stay current in their field.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Gastroenterology
- Information Science
Background:
- Professional standards mandate continuous learning for gastroenterology nurses.
- The rapid expansion of medical knowledge necessitates effective knowledge management strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and present information resources for gastroenterology nurses.
- To support nurses in managing and retrieving critical information.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of professional standards and information management practices.
- Identification of relevant databases and knowledge management tools.
Main Results:
- Key information settings and retrieval strategies were identified.
- Resources for efficient information management were curated.
Conclusions:
- Proactive information management is crucial for maintaining nursing competency.
- Accessible resources can significantly aid gastroenterology nurses in staying current.