Experiences with the Healthcare Information Systems
Week 2 Discussion: Experiences with Healthcare Information Systems
Purpose
This week’s graded discussion topic relates to the following Course Outcomes (CO).
- CO3: Define standardized terminology that reflects nursing’s unique contribution to patient outcomes. (PO #3)
- CO4: Investigate safeguards and decision-making support tools embedded in patient care technologies and information systems to support a safe practice environment for both patients and healthcare workers. (PO #4)
Discussion
Share your experiences with healthcare information systems, past or present. Has it been an easy transition or difficult? Why do you believe your experience has been positive or negative? If you are currently not working in a healthcare setting, how has the medical record exposure in nursing school impacted your current knowledge?
Hebda, T., Hunter, K., & Czar, P. (2019). Handbook of informatics for nurses and healthcare professionals (6th ed.). NY, NY: Pearson.
Answer previewThe healthcare information systems have transformed the healthcare sector positively than the negatives it generates. My experience with the healthcare information systems has been full of positives than the negatives, alongside the difficulties it possesses. The healthcare information systems which is responsible for the collection, managing, and storage of data have transformed the healthcare sector. Working in the healthcare sector in the past wasn’t entirely easy due to the lack of coordination and documentation…
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