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Course Code: 
NHS 364
Course Period: 
Autumn
Course Type: 
Free Elective
Theoric: 
3
Practice: 
0
Lab: 
0
Credits: 
3
ECTS: 
5
Course Language: 
English
Courses given by: 
Course Objectives: 
This course aims to provide the student with knowledge and skills about information systems in nursing, to raise awareness about the place and importance of information systems in the field of health, to have sufficient equipment to take part in the use of computer science and information science in the diagnosis, treatment, care planning, implementation, evaluation and reporting of the individual's problems. is intended.
Course Content: 

The content of the course is; focuses on the use of health informatics and information technologies in nursing practice. It covers knowledge and skills related to the processing, sharing and management of data.

Course Methodology: 
1. Lecture 2. Question-answer 3. Discussion 11. Brain storming 33. Case study
Course Evaluation Methods: 
1. Midterm 2. Final exam 7.Assignment/reports evaluation

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Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this course;

Program outcomes Teaching Methods Assessment

 Methods

1. Understands the concept of informatics, the importance of informatics in health and nursing. 1, 2, 5 1, 2, 3, 11, 33 1,2
2. Knows the benefits of common language and nursing classification systems in nursing. 1, 2, 5 1, 2, 3, 11, 33 1,2
3. Analyzes nursing classification systems related to common terminology in nursing. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 1, 2, 3, 11, 13, 33 1, 2, 7
4. Knows/discuss the examples of e-health/tele-health applications used in nursing. 1, 2, 3, 5 1, 2, 3, 11, 33 1,2
5. Shows sensitivity to the security and confidentiality of data. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9 1, 2, 3, 11,13,  33 1, 2, 7

 

Course Flow

Course Content
Week Topics Study Materials
1 Introduction of the curriculum and sharing of course-related responsibilities-Basic Concepts in Informatics, The effect and future of technology on nursing services Related literature
2 Introduction to Health Information Systems, information technology and the internet Related literature
3 Health Information Systems in the World and in Turkey – Electronic Health Records Related literature
4 Clinical decision support systems, electronic patient records and clinical informatics Related literature
5 Roles and Competencies of the Informatics Nurse, Health informatics applications Related literature
6 Nursing Classification Systems-1 Related literature
7 Nursing Classification Systems-2 Related literature
8 Midterm Related literature
9 Evaluation of midterm exam questions

Informatics applications in nursing management

Related literature
10 Clinical decision support systems, electronic patient records and clinical informatics Related literature
11 Data collection, data processing, data mining Related literature
12 E-health, Telemedicine, Tele-Health, Tele-Nursing Related literature
13 Security and Privacy in Health Information Systems Related literature
14 Protection of Personal Health Data, Legal and Ethical Issues Related literature
15 Future of Informatics and Nursing Informatics in International Perspective

Course evaluation

Related literature

 

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Textbook
  1. McGonigle D., Mastrian K. (2017). Nursing Informatics and The foundation of Knowledge. Jones and Barlett Publishers, LLC.,
  2. McCormick, K.,  Saba, V. (2015). Essentials of nursing informatics. McGraw-Hill Education.,
  3. Brixey, J. E. (2016). Essentials of nursing informatics study guide. McGraw-Hill Education.
  4. Blazun Vošner, Helena, Carter-Templeton, Heather Završnik, Jernej; Kokol, Peter Nursing Informatics, Computers, Informatics, Nursing: July 2020 - Volume 38 - Issue 7 - p 331-337 doi: 10.1097/CIN.0000000000000624,
  5. Westra, Bonnie L. Clancy, Thomas RSensmeier, Joyce MS, Warren, Judith J, Weaver, Charlotte, Delaney, Connie W. Nursing Knowledge, Nursing Administration Quarterly: October/December 2015 - Volume 39 - Issue 4 - p 304-310 doi: 10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000130
  6. Aydın Ateş, N., Seçginli, S., Silahtaroğlu, G.(2022).Hemşirelik Bilişimi. 1.Baskı, ACR Yayınları
Additional Resources DATABASE - ELSEVIER CLINICAL SKILLS

DATABASE – MEDLINE/PUBMED

 

 

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents Yeditepe University YULearn
Assignments Preparing a case report using the nursing classification system
Exams Midterm exam, Final exam, Case-report evaluation

 

Assessment

ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms 1 30
Patient education 1 50
Final EXAM 1 20
Total 4 100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE   50
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE   50
Total   100

 

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5  
1 Gain basic, theoretical, practical knowledge, skills and attitudes in line with the reflections of developments in science, technology and health to nursing.      X      
2 Collects data using a holistic approach according to the health needs of an individual, family or society, determine nursing diagnosis, applies current and evidence-based interventions, evaluates the outcomes and keeps necessary records.        X    
3 Takes an active role and leads the health team in providing and developing safe, cost effective and high quality health care.          
4 Implements necessary interventions for health promotion, protection, improvement and increasing the quality of life practices while respecting human rights and dignity.        X    
5 Advocates for individuals, family, society and nursing profession by acting in accordance with professional values, ethical principles and relevant legislation.      X      
6 Gains the ability of verbal and written communication, writing reports and presentations by using the native and foreign languages effectively.      X      
7 With the awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning, gains the ability to follow innovative and creative developments in science and technology in health care and to develop themselves continuously.          
8 Knows the research and publication process for the production of scientific knowledge specific to nursing, takes part in research, uses and shares the results of researches.          
9 Utilize critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills in their professional practice.          
10 Are sensitive to social and professional problems, set an example to colleagues and society with professional behavior.          

 

ECTS

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities NUMBER Time   (Hours) Total

Workload

               (Hour)

Course Duration (Including the exam week: 15x total course hours) 15 3 45
Out of Class Study Time (Pre-study, reinforcement) 15 3 45
Homework (Case Presentation) 1 10 10
Mid term 1 2 2
Final examination 1 3 3
Total Work Load      
Total Work Load / 21 (h)     5
ECTS Credit of the Course     5

 

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