NURSING INFORMATICS AND THE FOUNDATION OF KNOWLEDGE 4TH EDITION MCGONIGLE TEST BANK

Chapter 1 Nursing Science and the Foundation of Knowledge The nurse understands that nursing informatics is recognized as a specialty area of practice by which statement? Research priorities for nursing informatics include the development of a standard nursing language and the development of databases for clinical information. A formal educational program at the master's level must be completed before a nurse is eligible to sit for the credentialing examination. As a differentiated practice, nursing informatics is focused upon the client, the environment, health, and the nurse. There is a need for nursing informatics interests to gain representation by work groups and organizations within the United States. Correct Answer: 1 Rationale 1: 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. Rationale 2: