Discussion: Use Of Personal Communication Devices In Patient Care Settings
Purpose
o Discuss the principles of data integrity, professional ethics, and legal requirements related to data security, regulatory requirements, confidentiality, and client's right to privacy.
Task
We will discuss personal communication devices and their use in healthcare. As we focus on this topic, please address the questions below in the discussion.
1) How can the use of the nurse's personal communication device(s) impact patient care positively and/or negatively?
2) What are the ethical and legal implications of the use of personal devices?
3) What does the professional literature say about how communication devices can support safe nursing practice?
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.