Course info

This course is designed to give the student insight and experience in the

application of information science to nursing practice. The electronic

environment is explored as a resource for the enhancement of

communication, clinical decision making, professional role development,

and knowledge discovery with relevance to patient care and healthcare

management. Students will demonstrate the use of software applications to

include: e-mail, internet browser applications, literature databases, and

electronic documentation systems. Focus will include the ethical and legal

issues concerning health records, confidentiality, and release of

information.