The influence of technology on cancer nursing

Technology and its ethics in nursing and caring journals

“…On the one hand, technology was seen very positive, and on the other hand, it was a threat to human care and the humans themselves. 41,47 –50…”

“…One of the main questions dealt with the development of evidence-based practice by using computer technology. 37,46,50 –52 In some researchers’ view, acquiring knowledge and evidence to support patient-centered and safe caring in the context of technology was beneficial. This was supported by some frameworks and models of other disciplines.…”

“…6,15,36,56,57 Other research interests included nurses’ technical skills and competences, how technology influences the nurse–patient interaction, and how technology changes nursing. 37,38,47,48,50 In this material, surprisingly few studies showed interest in users’, that is, nurses, patients, or their family members, opinions and experiences of using technology. 42,52,58,59,60…”

“…These concepts were used when devices and mechanical machines, including cardiac electronic monitors, pumps and monitors of enteral and parenteral nutrition, external and internal cardioverter, hemodialysis, respirators, distinct hydration, medication, and nutrition therapy devices, were complicated. Technology of cancer nursing 12,50 and pediatric nursing 52 used the same applications as the ones in high-tech, advanced, or medical technology. Nagel et al 38 presented the concept of simple technology referring to instruments such as stethoscopes.…”

“…From the ethical aspect, the most important perspectives on preparing for the technological change are focused on caring, health, health experience, well-being, and the uniqueness and autonomy of human beings. 15,38,50 Chambers and Connor 60 proposed guidelines to protect the legal, ethical, and inalienable human rights of technology users. The guidelines included respecting human dignity, worth and fundamental rights, autonomy, privacy, confidentially, informed consent, nonmaleficence, justice, and beneficence.…”