Discussion Post
Chapter 13, The Use of Social Media in Nursing: Pitfalls and OpportunitiesTwo registered professional nurses are attending a meeting where the focus is examining teaching methods that enable them to share information with newly diagnosed diabetic patients. One nurse initiates a discussion on the use of social media in teaching patients and the use of social media for all health care providers.
• Discuss actions the nurse should take before using social media as a teaching tool.
• What types of social media could benefit health care providers and patients?
• What are the pitfalls to utilizing social media for both patients and health care providers?
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.