In this Assignment, you will identify an issue or opportunity for change within your healthcare organization and propose an idea for a change in practice supported by an EBP approach.

To Prepare:

• Reflect on the four peer-reviewed articles you critically appraised in Module 4, related to your clinical topic of interest and PICOT (attached below)
• Reflect on your current healthcare organization (Behavioral health hospital-children services/adults) and think about potential opportunities for evidence-based change, using your topic of interest and PICOT as the basis for your reflection (attached below)
• Consider the best method of disseminating the results of your presentation to an audience. 

The Assignment: (Evidence-Based Project)

Part 4: Recommending an Evidence-Based Practice Change

Create an 8- to 9-slide PowerPoint presentation in which you do the following:

• Briefly describe your healthcare organization (Behavioral health hospital), including its culture and readiness for change. (You may opt to keep various elements of this anonymous, such as your company name.)
• Describe the current problem or opportunity for change (psychiatric related). Include in this description the circumstances surrounding the need for change, the scope of the issue, the stakeholders involved, and the risks associated with change implementation in general.
• Propose an evidence-based idea for a change in practice using an EBP approach to decision making. Note that you may find further research needs to be conducted if sufficient evidence is not discovered.
• Describe your plan for knowledge transfer of this change, including knowledge creation, dissemination, and organizational adoption and implementation.
• Explain how you would disseminate the results of your project to an audience. Provide a rationale for why you selected this dissemination strategy.
• Describe the measurable outcomes you hope to achieve with the implementation of this evidence-based change.
• Be sure to provide APA citations of the supporting evidence-based peer reviewed articles you selected to support your thinking.
• Add a lessons learned section that includes the following:
  • A summary of the critical appraisal of the peer-reviewed articles you previously submitted (attached below)
  • An explanation about what you learned from completing the Evaluation Table within the Critical Appraisal Tool Worksheet Template (1-3 slides) (attached below)

  Rubric (please follow and read):

  Part 4: Disseminating Results/ Create a, 8-9-slide narrated PowerPoint presentation of your Evidence-Based Project: Briefly describe the following: your healthcare organization and culture, current opportunity for change, scope of issue, and EBP best practice recommendation. Explain how you would plan knowledge transfer and dissemination. Describe measurable outcomes with the implementation of EBP best practice. Summarize lessons learned.
  -The narrated presentation fully integrates at least two outside resources and two or three course-specific resources that fully support the presentation.
  -The presentation is professional; images are appropriately attributed; images are clear. The presentation text is readable. Presentation flows well and is presented in a logical order.

 Please go through and fill out the table on Medications affecting Coagulation. 

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The use of technology in nursing education

Ivet Infante Hidalgo

Florida National university

Adult Health Nursing I-FSD_GR01

Yaimara Diaz Alameda

06/18/23

The use of technology in nursing education

Literature Review

Nursing education is vital in preparing future healthcare professionals to provide high-quality care. With the rapid advancements in technology, nursing programs have recognized potential of integrating digital tools into curricula to enhance teaching and learning experiences. Nursing programs now employ simulation equipment, virtual reality systems, and e-learning platforms for interactive modules and assessments. Virtual simulations provide hands-on practice in a safe environment, while online platforms offer access to educational resources and facilitate collaborative learning (Altmiller & Pepe, 2022). Mobile apps and wearable devices enable real-time patient monitoring and data collection. Teleconferencing and videoconferencing support remote teaching and mentoring. Electronic health records are also used to familiarize students with documentation systems. The technologies contribute to comprehensive nursing education, promoting practical experience, theoretical understanding, and adaptability in healthcare. The increased integration of technology in nursing programs has raised studies to assess its impact on nursing education.

Technology has been found to facilitate collaborative learning among nursing students, promoting teamwork, communication, and interprofessional collaboration. Männistö et al. (2019) conducted systematic review intended to evaluate the efficiency of educational interventions in digital collaborative learning within the nursing curriculum. The review followed rigorous guidelines and entailed published RCTs between 2003 and 2018. The researchers searched multiple databases for relevant studies and independently evaluated their quality using established criteria. Total of five RCTs involving 647 nursing students were included in the review. The findings consistently established favorable influence of digital collaborative learning on students' knowledge and nursing abilities. Using collaborative education in digital settings facilitated interaction and collaboration among nursing students. It improves their capacity to solve problems, satisfaction, and desire to learn.

Männistö et al. (2019) review concludes that digital collaborative learning holds great potential for enhancing nursing students' competence, knowledge, and satisfaction. Online discussion boards, video conferencing, and shared virtual spaces allow students to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and engage in collaborative problem-solving activities. As digital tools and teachers' proficiency in utilizing them continue to improve, evidence suggests that effectiveness of collaborative learning in digital contexts is rising in nursing education. The authors recommend systematically incorporating digital collaborative learning across various nursing courses, highlighting its ability to enhance learning results for students in higher education.

Integrating technology in nursing education supports the development of critical thinking skills. Singh and Masango (2020) investigate student nurses' perspectives on using information technology (IT) in nursing education. It aimed to identify their challenges regarding IT use and recommend strategies for improving IT utilization in nursing education. Singh and Masango chose quantitative non-experimental descriptive research design. The study was conducted at a private nursing education institution in Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa. The sample consisted of 244 student nurses who completed self-administered structured questionnaire. Most respondents were young adults familiar with IT and belonged to Millennial or Net Generation. However, despite their familiarity with IT, most did not possess formal IT qualifications or receive IT training before entering the nursing programs. The respondents reported frequent use of IT for communication, internet searches, and academic purposes, but they showed varying levels of competence in different IT skills.

The study found that information technology (IT) in nursing education provides opportunities for students to engage in interactive learning experiences, access wealth of information resources, and participate in collaborative activities. Students engage in problem-solving exercises, analyze complex scenarios, and develop critical thinking abilities. Student nurses reported frequent IT use for internet searches, communication, and academic purposes. Engaging in the activities requires students to evaluate and analyze information contributes to development of critical thinking skills. Simulation devices and interactive video conferencing enabling students to practice clinical judgment in a secure setting, enhancing critical thinking abilities. Singh and Masango (2020) also revealed that student nurses perceived technology as valuable tool for accessing medical videos, medical applications, and medical databases. Students interact with online case studies, virtual patient scenarios, and mobile applications. The resources facilitate independent learning allowing students to explore different perspectives, analyze complex healthcare situations, evaluate evidence, and make informed decisions.

Technology improves clinical competency in nursing education. Hack-Polay et al. (2022) investigated technology role in enhancing nursing education and promoting resilience among nursing students. It utilized mixed-method approach collecting 54 nursing students data and 20 health professionals in Australia and United Kingdom. The findings indicate improvement in nursing students' confidence in mental health nursing practice after clinical experience in mental health settings. Hands-on exposure to technology and its integration into healthcare practices enhanced students' abilities to handle complex situations and effectively communicate with patients. Virtual simulations and augmented reality tools offer safe and controlled environment to practice clinical skills. Qualitative interviews with health professionals also reveal that exposure to emerging technologies helps nurses develop modern capabilities. The study emphasizes that technology upskills nurses for contemporary healthcare settings. The findings suggest that AI, digital technology, and health-related engineering equipment foster faster responses, improved accuracy, and enhanced quality of care. It reduces professional stress by critically aiding and providing support in diagnosis and patient. Technologies facilitate repeated practice, feedback, and self-assessment, increasing clinical competency and confidence in real-life patient care settings.

Conclusion

Technology integration in nursing education has revolutionized future healthcare professionals' teaching and learning experiences. Digital tools like simulation equipment, virtual reality systems, e-learning platforms, mobile apps, and wearable devices enhance nursing education. Collaborative learning in digital environments effectively promotes teamwork, communication, problem-solving abilities, and motivation for learning. Information technology facilitates interactive learning experiences, critical thinking development, and access to information resources. Technology improves clinical competency through hands-on practice, enhances communication skills, and prepares nurses for modern healthcare settings.

References

Altmiller, G., & Pepe, L. H. (2022). Influence of technology in supporting quality and safety in nursing education.
Nursing Clinics of North America,
57(4), 551–562. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cnur.2022.06.005

Hack-Polay, D., Mahmoud, A. B., Ikafa, I., Rahman, M., Kordowicz, M., & Verde, J. M. (2022). Steering resilience in nursing practice: Examining the impact of digital innovations and enhanced emotional training on nurse competencies.
Technovation,
120, 102549. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.technovation.2022.102549

Männistö, M., Mikkonen, K., Kuivila, H., Virtanen, M., Kyngäs, H., & Kääriäinen, M. (2019). Digital collaborative learning in nursing education: a systematic review.
Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences,
34(2), 280–292. https://doi.org/10.1111/scs.12743

Singh, F., & Masango, T. (2020). Information technology in nursing education: Perspectives of student nurses.
The Open Nursing Journal,
14(1), 18–28. https://doi.org/10.2174/1874434602014010018

Where can you find evidence to inform your thoughts and scholarly writing? Throughout your degree program, you will use research literature to explore ideas, guide your thinking, and gain new insights. As you search the research literature, it is important to use resources that are peer-reviewed and from scholarly journals. You may already have some favorite online resources and databases that you use or have found useful in the past. For this Discussion, you explore databases available through the Walden Library.

Discussion post ( question to answer)

Using proper APA formatting, cite the peer-reviewed article you selected that pertains to your practice( PHMNP) area and is of particular interest to you and identify the database that you used to search for the article. Explain any difficulties you experienced while searching for this article. Would this database be useful to your colleagues? Explain why or why not. Would you recommend this database? Explain why or why not.

250 words. APA format

3 references

Two in text citation 

No plagiarism please.