Emphasis is given to the nursing application of information technology.
Components of computer technology will be identified and defined, and their functions analyzed. The social, ethical, and legal issues associated with computerized health care delivery systems will also be discussed. Learning activities will include using database management, graphic, spreadsheet, nursing information, and statistical software packages as nursing tools. Students' previous learning and experience will provide a unique background upon which to build new knowledge. Explain the applicability of information management systems to health care delivery and research.