Introduction to Nursing Informatics Third Edition by Hannah Marion J. Ball Margaret

Introduction to Nursing Informatics Kathryn J. Hannah Marion J. Ball Margaret J.A. Edwards Edwards Hannah Ball Introduction to Nursing Informatics Third Edition H I Third Edition Building on two previous editions, Introduction to Nursing Informatics, Third Edition, is a beginner’s guide through the vital healthcare field of nursing informatics. From basic terms and concepts to cutting-edge developments in information technology, this book illustrates and explores each concept fundamental to the successful use of information systems in nursing. This book combines the best of the two earlier editions with the most current thought in nursing informatics to create a comprehensive resource for practicing nurses, educators, and students alike. In addition to new chapters that cover nursing data standards and defining information management requirements, this book contains a revised and updated discussion of the following topics: • The Anatomy and Physiology of Computers • Telecommunications and Informatics • Nursing Aspects of Health Information Systems • Selection of Software and Hardware • Implementation Concerns Complete with several appendices full of nursing informatics resources, Introduction to Nursing Informatics, Third Edition, is the most comprehensive primer for any reader searching for basic information on how to select and successfully incorporate information technology into nursing practice. Kathryn J. Hannah, PhD, RN, is President of Hannah Educational & Consulting Services, Inc.; and Professor, Department of Community Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, at the University of Calgary, both in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Dr. Hannah is the Senior Editor of Springer’s Health Informatics Series. Marion J. Ball, EdD, is Vice President of Clinical Informatics Strategies at Healthlink, an IBM company; and Professor at Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing, both in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. Dr. Ball is the CoEditor of Springer’s Health Informatics Series. Margaret J.A. Edwards, PhD, RN, is Professor and Coordinator, Graduate Programs, Centre for Nursing and Health Studies, at Athabasca University in Athabasca, Alberta; and President of Margaret J.A. Edwards & Associates, Inc., in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. H EALTH I N FOR MATICS S E R I E S H EALTH I N FOR MATICS S E R I E S