Which statement regarding the National Academy of Medicine (NAM) position on the use of information technology (IT) by healthcare professionals is accurate?
1. These skills should be required only of IT nurses or healthcare providers.
2. The use of IT is included in the IOM/NAM core competencies for all healthcare providers.
3. IT is important for physicians and pharmacists, but is not required of nurses or licensed therapists.
4. IT can be dangerous for healthcare professionals who are not expert in their use.
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Explanation: 1. The IOM/NAM supports IT use by all healthcare professionals.
2. This statement is accurate.
3. The IOM/NAM supports IT use by all healthcare professionals.
4. The IOM/NAM supports the use of IT.
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