Patient and nurse safety: how information technology makes a difference
The Institute of Medicine's landmark report asserted medical error is
seldom the fault of individuals, but the result of faulty healthcare
policy/procedure systems. Numerous studies have shown that information
technology can shore up weak systems. For nursing, information
technology plays a key role in protecting patients by eliminating
nursing mistakes and protecting nurses by reducing their negative
exposure. However, managing information technology is a function of
managing the people who use it. This article examines critical issues
that impact patient and nurse safety, both physical and professional.
It discusses the importance of eliminating the culture of blame, the
requirements of process change, how to implement technology in harmony
with the organization and the significance of vision.
Journal
Nurs Adm Q
Publication Year
2005
Publication Month
Jan-Mar
Volume
29
Issue
1
Page Number
97-101
Category