Week 1 Discussion: AACN Essentials
Informatics Self-Assessment (graded)
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Purpose
This week's graded discussion topic relates to the following Course Outcome (CO).
• CO2 Analyze data from all relevant sources, including technology, to inform the delivery
of care. (PO 2)
Due Date
• Answer post due by Wednesday 11:59 PM MT in Week 1
• Two replies to classmates and/or instructor due by Sunday 11:59 PM MT at the end
of Week 1
Directions
• Discussions are designed to promote dialogue between faculty and students, and students
and their peers. In discussions students:
• Demonstrate understanding of concepts for the week
• Integrate scholarly resources
• Engage in meaningful dialogue with classmates
• Express opinions clearly and logically, in a professional manner
• Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.
Discussion Question
Download and open the AACN Essentials Self-Assessment. (Links to an external site.)
Week 1: AACN Self-Assessment Essentials
The Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional
Nursing Self-Assessment
Understanding your competencies related to information systems in healthcare provides you with
valuable information as you begin this course. Throughout the course you will discover how course
content will be related to The Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing from the
American Association of Colleges of Nursing (2008).
You must complete this self-assessment, which is based on the Essentials, prior to posting to the Week 1
Threaded Discussion. Place a check mark or X in the column that best describes your current level of
competency or understanding of the Essential’s statement. There are no incorrect answers. After you have
completed the assessment, total the number of points you earned. Record this number in a location where
you will be able to retrieve it at the end of the course, when it will serve as the basis for future threaded
discussions.
AACN (American Association of Colleges of Nursing) Poor Good Very Good Excellent
Baccalaureate Essentials 3
1 2 4
Demonstrate skills in using patient-care technologies,
information systems, and communication devices that X
support safe nursing practice.
Use telecommunication technologies to assist in
effective communication in a variety of healthcare X
settings.
Apply safeguards and decision-making support tools
embedded in patient care technologies and information X
systems to support a safe practice environment for both
patients and healthcare workers.
Understand the use of CIS systems to document interventions
Informatics Self-Assessment (graded)
18 unread replies.1818 replies.
Purpose
This week's graded discussion topic relates to the following Course Outcome (CO).
• CO2 Analyze data from all relevant sources, including technology, to inform the delivery
of care. (PO 2)
Due Date
• Answer post due by Wednesday 11:59 PM MT in Week 1
• Two replies to classmates and/or instructor due by Sunday 11:59 PM MT at the end
of Week 1
Directions
• Discussions are designed to promote dialogue between faculty and students, and students
and their peers. In discussions students:
• Demonstrate understanding of concepts for the week
• Integrate scholarly resources
• Engage in meaningful dialogue with classmates
• Express opinions clearly and logically, in a professional manner
• Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.
Discussion Question
Download and open the AACN Essentials Self-Assessment. (Links to an external site.)
Week 1: AACN Self-Assessment Essentials
The Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional
Nursing Self-Assessment
Understanding your competencies related to information systems in healthcare provides you with
valuable information as you begin this course. Throughout the course you will discover how course
content will be related to The Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing from the
American Association of Colleges of Nursing (2008).
You must complete this self-assessment, which is based on the Essentials, prior to posting to the Week 1
Threaded Discussion. Place a check mark or X in the column that best describes your current level of
competency or understanding of the Essential’s statement. There are no incorrect answers. After you have
completed the assessment, total the number of points you earned. Record this number in a location where
you will be able to retrieve it at the end of the course, when it will serve as the basis for future threaded
discussions.
AACN (American Association of Colleges of Nursing) Poor Good Very Good Excellent
Baccalaureate Essentials 3
1 2 4
Demonstrate skills in using patient-care technologies,
information systems, and communication devices that X
support safe nursing practice.
Use telecommunication technologies to assist in
effective communication in a variety of healthcare X
settings.
Apply safeguards and decision-making support tools
embedded in patient care technologies and information X
systems to support a safe practice environment for both
patients and healthcare workers.
Understand the use of CIS systems to document interventions
