PurposennThis week?s graded discussion topic relates to the following Course Outcome (CO).n

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• CO6 Discuss the principles of data integrity, professional ethics, and legal requirements related to data security, regulatory requirements, confidentiality, and client?s right to privacy. (PO 6)

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nDiscussionnnThis week, we will discuss personal communication devices and their use in healthcare. As we focus on this topic, please address the questions below in the discussion.n

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• How can the use of the nurse?s personal communication device(s) impact patient care positively and/or negatively?

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• What are the ethical and legal implications of the use of personal devices?

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• What does the professional literature say about how communication devices can support safe nursing practice?

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