A client asks why the nurse is using the computer during the client's care. The nurse concludes that the client understands the explanation when the client states:
1. "Nurses do not need to spend a great deal of time documenting care.".
2. "My information is published for anyone to view.".
3. "Computers improve my care because information is readily available.".
4. "Computers allow me to read my chart.".
3. "Computers improve my care because information is readily available.".
Rationale:
Nursing informatics is the science of using computers in nursing practice to improve client care by making client information easily accessible. Documenting client information by computer does not necessarily reduce charting time, depending on the system used. The client's information is protected by privacy laws. The client may read the chart whether written or computerized in the presence of a physician.
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