A comparative evaluation of three point-of-care tools by registered nurses.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study compared three point-of-care tools (PoCTs) to determine which PoCT was rated highest based on key features and characteristics by registered nurses.

Methods

The PoCTs reviewed were Nursing Reference Center Plus, ClinicalKey for Nursing, and UpToDate. Nurses were asked to use each PoCT to answer three clinical questions and then rate their experience based on the following areas: currency, relevancy, layout, navigation, labeling, and use of filters. They were also asked to indicate their familiarity with each PoCT, their overall opinions, and demographic information.

Results

Seventy-six nurses completed the entire survey. Ratings of PoCTs did not differ by participant characteristics. Participants were most familiar with UpToDate, and average ratin

SUBMITTER: Nickum A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9782512 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature