Project Proposal
Project Proposal
PROJECT PROPOSAL
Title: Exploring Nurses' Attitudes towards Information and Communication Technology in
Patient Management at LASUTH
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the Study
Over an extensive timeline, healthcare has undergone notable transformations, greatly influenced
by technological advancements. These innovations have consistently enhanced the efficiency and
efficacy of healthcare practices. Evolving methods of information dissemination and
communication have also significantly contributed to the progression of healthcare. The
introduction of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has profoundly impacted
various aspects of life. In contemporary society, ICT has transitioned from a luxury to a
necessity, reshaping our connections with ourselves and our environment for the better. ICT
applications have streamlined information dissemination and daily operations across all domains
of life, permeating nearly every aspect of our daily routines. ICT's pervasive influence is
redefining conventional processes across all societal strata, fostering rapid global development.
ICT has emerged as a crucial tool in healthcare delivery, fundamentally altering our lifestyle and
worldview. Within the medical field, computers play an integral role in information processing,
decision-making, and record-keeping, underlining the importance of ICT in modern medical
practices. The successful implementation of ICT in healthcare, often referred to as e-Health,
hinges on the level of computer proficiency among healthcare professionals.
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QUESTIONNAIRE
CONSENT FORM
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INSTRUCTIONS:
Please tick ( ) the most appropriate answer as it applies to you.
Section A: demographic characteristic
1. Age: (a) 20-29 [ ] (b) 30-39 [ ] (c) 40-49 [ ] (d) 50 and above [ ]
4. Position: (a) DDNS [ ] (b) ADNS [ ] (c) CNO [ ] (d) ACNO [ ] (e) PNO [ ]
10 Use of e-health is only used by admin staff and not in direct clinical setting
14 Traditional methods of health care are more effective than use of ICT on
health care
20 Traditional methods of health care are cost effective and should not be
discarded
21 Use of ICT in healthcare delivery can help reduce the burden of stress
on workers while increasing their overall productivity