Techniques for Improving Technology in Patient Care NURS FPX 5005 Assessment 4 Patient Care Technology

Techniques for Improving Technology in Patient Care

Respecting the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) raises standards for data security and privacy by preventing unauthorized disclosure of patient information. Respecting HIPAA guidelines encourages the moral application of medical technology, improving the portability and security of health insurance (Wallace et al., 2021).

In addition to safeguarding patient data, HIPAA compliance builds patient-provider trust by giving patients peace of mind that their private information will be kept private. Respecting HIPAA rules also encourages the creation of safe tech solutions that improve data sharing without sacrificing privacy. HIPAA-compliant organizations frequently make significant investments in cybersecurity defenses, which lowers the likelihood of data breaches and the fines that go along with them (Schillinger et al., 2020). In the end, adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations guarantees that medical innovations meet moral obligations while improving general patient care and safety.

Conclusion

Technology used in patient care, such as glucose and blood pressure monitors, makes it easier for patients and healthcare organizations to communicate. Notwithstanding the advantages, issues like patient privacy, data security, and staff training need to be addressed to guarantee moral and efficient use of technology (Dwivedi et al., 2023). In addition to optimizing the advantages of these instruments, ensuring that healthcare professionals receive sufficient training in their use also reduces the possibility of mistakes in patient care. To ensure that patient care stays at the forefront of technological innovations, continuous evaluations of the influence of technology on patient outcomes and satisfaction can also help discover areas for improvement.

References

NURS FPX 5005 Assessment 4: Alowais, S. A., Alghamdi, S. S., Alsuhebany, N., Alqahtani, T., Alshaya, A., Almohareb, S. N., Aldairem, A., Alrashed, M., Saleh, K. B., Badreldin, H. A., Yami, A., Harbi, S. A., & Albekairy, A. M. (2023). Revolutionizing healthcare: the role of artificial intelligence in clinical practice. BMC Medical Education, 23(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-023-04698-z