NSG 633 Unit 4 Ch. 17 (Nursing Informatics and
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the application of computer technology to all fields of
Nursing Informatics
nursing including services, education, and research
, These provide multiple users with simultaneous, real-
time access to patient records.
Integrated information systems allow all members of
the interdisciplinary patient care team to see pertinent
patient information.Evidence-based practices are
integrated in the process of care as providers are
guided to select the most appropriate course of
action.
The entire care team can see who is responsible for
Information systems the patient and who needs to communicate about the
provide easy access to patient's care.
patients' records Patient care handoffs are safer when information is
readily available and not lost in the process.
All medications can be seen in one location.
Doses are written clearly.
Drug names are spelled correctly.
Patient care processes are facilitated, and treatment
delays are decreased.
Patient and family experience is improved by
decreasing redundant data collection by multiple
members of the care team.
The patient problem list shows acute and chronic
Highlighting abnormal health conditions and complete allergy information.
findings Abnormal findings are highlighted and can be
graphed and compared with interventions.
Alert signals provide critical information entered in
the electronic record.Example: Critical test results
signal the need for provider notification and
intervention.
Providing critical An alert a patient is at risk for falling signals the need
information for additional monitoring and interventions to ensure
safety.
Medication dosing, drug allergy, and drug-drug
interaction checking all have a significant impact on
patient safety
Patient Safety) Exam Questions with Verified
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Terms in this set (20)
the application of computer technology to all fields of
Nursing Informatics
nursing including services, education, and research
, These provide multiple users with simultaneous, real-
time access to patient records.
Integrated information systems allow all members of
the interdisciplinary patient care team to see pertinent
patient information.Evidence-based practices are
integrated in the process of care as providers are
guided to select the most appropriate course of
action.
The entire care team can see who is responsible for
Information systems the patient and who needs to communicate about the
provide easy access to patient's care.
patients' records Patient care handoffs are safer when information is
readily available and not lost in the process.
All medications can be seen in one location.
Doses are written clearly.
Drug names are spelled correctly.
Patient care processes are facilitated, and treatment
delays are decreased.
Patient and family experience is improved by
decreasing redundant data collection by multiple
members of the care team.
The patient problem list shows acute and chronic
Highlighting abnormal health conditions and complete allergy information.
findings Abnormal findings are highlighted and can be
graphed and compared with interventions.
Alert signals provide critical information entered in
the electronic record.Example: Critical test results
signal the need for provider notification and
intervention.
Providing critical An alert a patient is at risk for falling signals the need
information for additional monitoring and interventions to ensure
safety.
Medication dosing, drug allergy, and drug-drug
interaction checking all have a significant impact on
patient safety
