NURS FPX 6025 Assessment 4 Practicum and Technological Changes
NURS FPX 6025 Assessment 4 Practicum and Technological Changes
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Capella university
NURS-FPX 6025 MSN Practicum
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Practicum and Technological Changes
Technological advancements continue to revolutionize healthcare, particularly in patient education and chronic disease management (Doupis et al., 2020). In this capstone project, the integration of medical technology—such as telehealth, video conferencing, and remote monitoring through wearable devices and mobile apps—plays a crucial role in implementing the PICO(T) framework for diabetes management education. These digital tools provide a comprehensive solution to address the key components of the PICO(T) model, ensuring a structured approach to patient education. By leveraging technology, healthcare providers can enhance patient engagement, improve adherence to treatment plans, and optimize diabetes self-management strategies.
Effects of Technology on the PICO(T) Intervention
The practicum experience has focused on patient education in diabetes management through innovative technology integration. Research on technology-driven interventions for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) management, such as studies by Abrahami et al. (2023), has informed this intervention by optimizing patient education strategies and improving healthcare delivery. The diabetes management app used in this project provides a user-friendly interface with interactive features, enabling patients to access essential information regarding dietary guidelines, exercise recommendations, and glucose monitoring techniques (Ávila et al., 2021).
Additionally, the app supports seamless communication between patients and healthcare providers, allowing real-time feedback and guidance on diabetes-related concerns (Kim et al., 2024). Telehealth and video conferencing technologies further enhance this approach by offering remote consultations, virtual education sessions, and follow-up appointments, ensuring continuous patient support despite geographical or mobility limitations (Kim et al., 2024). This intervention aligns with the American Nursing Association’s (ANA) commitment to advancing nursing practice and improving patient outcomes. By incorporating technological solutions into patient care, nursing professionals can provide high-quality, patient-centered care that meets evolving healthcare needs (ANA, 2023). These technological initiatives highlight the critical role of nurses in enhancing healthcare quality and improving patient outcomes.
Accomplishments and Challenges
During the practicum, several key accomplishments and challenges emerged in implementing technology-driven diabetes education. One of the most significant achievements was understanding the positive impact of diabetes management apps on patient engagement and self-care practices. By integrating these digital tools, healthcare providers facilitated improved patient adherence to treatment plans and self-monitoring practices, leading to enhanced diabetes management outcomes (Klonoff et al., 2021). However, integrating new technology into existing workflows posed several challenges. Resistance to change among staff members was a major obstacle, particularly regarding the adoption of digital platforms for patient education. Concerns about technical proficiency, increased workload, and workflow disruptions contributed to hesitancy in adopting these innovations.
Additionally, disparities in patient access to technology and digital literacy issues required creative solutions and collaborative efforts among healthcare professionals (Marzban et al., 2022). Addressing these challenges emphasized the importance of comprehensive training, clear communication, and ongoing support to facilitate successful technology adoption in diabetes management education. Ultimately, the practicum experience highlighted both the benefits and complexities of integrating digital health solutions into patient education, reinforcing the need for a well-structured implementation strategy.
NURS FPX 6025 Assessment 4 Practicum and Technological Changes
| Category | Description | References |
|---|---|---|
| Practicum and Technological Changes | The capstone project incorporates telehealth, video conferencing, and remote monitoring tools for diabetes management education. These technologies enhance patient engagement and treatment adherence. | Doupis et al. (2020) |
| Effects of Technology on PICO(T) Intervention | A diabetes management app provides educational resources, real-time communication with providers, and virtual consultations. This approach aligns with ANA’s goals for advancing nursing practice. | Abrahami et al. (2023); Ávila et al. (2021); Kim et al. (2024); ANA (2023) |
| Accomplishments and Challenges | The successful integration of diabetes apps improved patient self-care, but challenges included staff resistance, technical proficiency concerns, and disparities in patient access to technology. Training and support were key to overcoming these obstacles. | Klonoff et al. (2021); Marzban et al. (2022) |
References
Abrahami, D., Hernández-Díaz, S., Munshi, M. N., & Elisabetta Patorno. (2023). Continuous glucose monitoring in adults with diabetes in clinical practice: Increased access and education needed. Journal of General Internal Medicine, 38(8), 2011-2014. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11606-023-08193-5
American Nurses Association. (2023). ANA position statement: The role of nurses in technology integration. ANA Publications. https://www.nursingworld.org
Ávila, D. A., Esquivel-Lu, A. I., Salazar-Lozano, C. R., Jones, K., & Doubova, S. V. (2021). The effects of professional continuous glucose monitoring as an adjuvant educational tool for improving glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes. BMC Endocrine Disorders, 21(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12902-021-00742-5
Choi, W., Wang, S., Lee, Y., Oh, H., & Zheng, Z. (2020). A systematic review of mobile health technologies to support self-management of concurrent diabetes and hypertension. Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association, 27(6), 939-945. https://doi.org/10.1093/jamia/ocaa029
Doupis, J., Festas, G., Tsilivigos, C., Efthymiou, V., & Kokkinos, A. (2020). Smartphone-based technology in diabetes management. Diabetes Therapy, 11(3), 607-619. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13300-020-00768-3
NURS FPX 6025 Assessment 4 Practicum and Technological Changes
Kim, J. Y., Jin, S. M., Sim, K. H., Kim, B. Y., Cho, J. H., Moon, J. S., Lim, S., Kang, E. S., Park, C. Y., Kim, S. G., & Kim, J. H. (2024). Continuous glucose monitoring with structured education in adults with type 2 diabetes managed by multiple daily insulin injections: A multicenter randomized controlled trial. Diabetologia. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00125-024-06152-1
Klonoff, A. N., Andy Lee, W.-A., Xu, N. Y., Nguyen, K. T., DuBord, A., & Kerr, D. (2021). Six digital health technologies that will transform diabetes. Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology, 17(1), 239-249. https://doi.org/10.1177/19322968211043498
Marzban, S., Najafi, M., Agolli, A., & Ashrafi, E. (2022). Impact of patient engagement on healthcare quality: A scoping review. Journal of Patient Experience, 9(9). https://doi.org/10.1177/23743735221125439
Thomas, E. E., Taylor, M. L., Banbury, A., Snoswell, C. L., Haydon, H. M., Gallegos Rejas, V. M., Smith, A. C., & Caffery, L. J. (2021). Factors influencing the effectiveness of remote patient monitoring interventions: A realist review. BMJ Open, 11(8). https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2021-051844