As technology is implemented in health care systems, the role of the nurse who has informatics experience and education will be placed in leadership roles to do which of the following? Select all that apply
1. Guide IT technicians
2. Work closely with physicians
3. Spearhead policy reform
4. Develop evidence based practice models
5. Participate in research initiatives
1,2,3,4,5
Rationale: As regulatory agencies become more involved in the monitoring and distribution of health care to the nation's citizens, nurses will no doubt be the guides to lead IT technicians, physicians, policy developers, researchers, and chief clinical information officers into the age of HITECH, evidenced and patient centered practices, and safer care. Nursing institutes across the country are developing career programs in informatics.
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