Nursing informatics (12 points)
(MED)
Leader: Lisa McKenna
Offered:
Hong Kong First semester 2004 (OCL)
Malaysia First semester 2004 (OCL)
Peninsula First semester 2004 (Day)
Peninsula First semester 2004 (OCL)
Peninsula First semester 2005 (Day)
Peninsula First semester 2005 (OCL)
Synopsis:
Objectives: On completion of this unit, students should be able to: 1. Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of how specific software application (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation and statistics) may be applied to nursing practice, education, administration and research. 2. Describe the role of database, communication and network technology in the development, implementation and utilisation of information systems. 3. Evaluate current trends in communication and network technology and their impact on Health Information Systems. 4. Analyse and evaluate a number of information sources such as CD-ROM databases and WWW sites related to sursing knowledge in general and specifically to Nursing Informatics. 5. Demonstrate an ability to competently utilise communication applications such as email, newsgroups, intranet and Internet audio/video technology and evaluate their benefits to health care. 6. Outline the role of various computer architectures in the provision of Information Systems. 7. Analyse a number of networking structures and topographies. 8. Understand issues related to informatics ethics, privacy and confidentiality. 9. Evaluate the role of network security in maintaining information system integrity. 10. Analyse a number of information technology implementation strategies and outline their impact on Nursing Informatics. 11. Discuss the role of data standards and case mix in health informatics. 12. Demonstrate an understanding of current trends in health care and how they influence the development, implementation and utilisation of information systems. 13. Analyse a number of Clinical Information Systems and determine their role in improving nursing care.
Assessment: Seminar presentation: 60% + Written assignment: 30% + 'Virtual classroom' tutorial participation: 10%
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