discussion 1

THE APPLICATION OF DATA TO PROBLEM-SOLVING

In the modern era, there are few professions that do not to some extent rely on data. Stockbrokers rely on market data to advise clients on financial matters. Meteorologists rely on weather data to forecast weather conditions, while realtors rely on data to advise on the purchase and sale of property. In these and other cases, data not only helps solve problems, but adds to the practitioner’s and the discipline’s body of knowledge.

Of course, the nursing profession also relies heavily on data. The field of nursing informatics aims to make sure nurses have access to the appropriate date to solve healthcare problems, make decisions in the interest of patients, and add to knowledge.

In this Discussion, you will consider a scenario that would benefit from access to data and how such access could facilitate both problem-solving and knowledge formation.

RESOUCES

LEARNING RESOURCES

Required Readings

· McGonigle, D., & Mastrian, K. G. (2022).  Nursing informatics and the foundation of knowledge (5th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.

· Chapter 1, “Nursing Science and the Foundation of Knowledge” (pp. 7–17)

· Chapter 2, “Introduction to Information, Information Science, and Information Systems” (pp. 21–32)

· Chapter 3, “Computer Science and the Foundation of Knowledge Model” (pp. 35–64)

· Nagle, L., Sermeus, W., & Junger, A. (2017).   Evolving Role of the Nursing Informatics SpecialistLinks to an external site. . In J. Murphy, W. Goosen, &  P. Weber  (Eds.),  Forecasting Competencies for Nurses in the Future of Connected Health (212-221). Clifton, VA: IMIA and IOS Press. Retrieved from https://serval.unil.ch/resource/serval:BIB_4A0FEA56B8CB.P001/REF

· Sweeney, J. (2017).  Healthcare informaticsLinks to an external site. .  Online Journal of Nursing Informatics, 21(1).

Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.  Click the weekly resources link to access the resources. 

WEEKLY RESOURCES

To Prepare:

· Reflect on the concepts of informatics and knowledge work as presented in the Resources.

· Consider a hypothetical scenario based on your own healthcare practice or organization that would require or benefit from the access/collection and application of data. Your scenario may involve a patient, staff, or management problem or gap.

BY DAY 3 OF WEEK 1

Post a description of the focus of your scenario. Describe the data that could be used and how the data might be collected and accessed. What knowledge might be derived from that data? How would a nurse leader use clinical reasoning and judgment in the formation of knowledge from this experience?

BY DAY 6 OF WEEK 1

Respond to at least  two of your colleagues * on two different days, asking questions to help clarify the scenario and application of data, or offering additional/alternative ideas for the application of nursing informatics principles.

*Note:  Throughout this program, your fellow students are referred to as colleagues.

Rubrics

50 to >44 pts

Excellent

Answers all parts of the discussion question(s) expectations with reflective critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the module and current credible sources. ... Supported by at least three current, credible sources. ... Written clearly and concisely with no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style.

18 to >16 pts

Excellent

Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings. ... Responds fully to questions posed by faculty. ... Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources. ... Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives. ... Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. ... Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed. ... Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.

17 to >15 pts

Excellent

Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings. ... Responds fully to questions posed by faculty. ... Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources. ... Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives. ... Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. ... Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed. ... Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.

5 to >0 pts

Excellent

Meets requirements for participation by posting on three different days.