Author Question: Which statement by the nurse verifies that the nurse is information literate? 1. I understand how ... (Read 52 times)

melly21297 · **on:** Jul 7, 2018

Which statement by the nurse verifies that the nurse is information literate?

1. I understand how to search for a website and evaluate its usefulness for health care needs.
2. I utilize databases in the health care setting to input client information such as skin condition.
3. I use email over the Internet to correspond with clients and provide information.
4. I can use software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.

Question 2

The nurse understands that nursing informatics is recognized as a specialty area of practice by which statement?

1. Research priorities for nursing informatics include the development of a standard nursing language and the development of databases for clinical information.
2. A formal educational program at the master's level must be completed before a nurse is eligible to sit for the credentialing examination.
3. As a differentiated practice, nursing informatics is focused upon the client, the environment, health, and the nurse.
4. There is a need for nursing informatics interests to gain representation by work groups and organizations within the United States.

recede · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 7, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: Information literacy necessitates that nurses have the ability to find, evaluate, and effectively use information. The other answers are examples of computer literacy but do not have the higher functions of information literacy.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale: The development of research priorities is a key point in a specialty practice. Although degrees at the master's level are available, the degree required for credentialing is typically at the bachelor's level and includes experience in the field. Current demands for safer, cost-effective, quality care require evidence of the best practices supported by research.