Question

1. what is informatics

2. Name 2 types of nursing informatics and discuss how they are being used in health care

Answer 1

Informatics is defined as it is the branch of science that deals with

a) how to use the data

b) information and knowledge to improve human health and

c) the delivery of health care services.

Nursing informatics is defined as the science that deals with nursing information and skills to promote the health of the people, families, and communities globally. The informatics nurse is a part of the delivery system which helps to build knowledge, skills and make expertise in their field.