Computer literacy in nursing; developing the information technology syllabus in nursing education

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Abstract
This study has two main purposes: first, to identify and describe the computer skills required in nursing; and second, to find out what should be taught about information technology in nursing education. A three‐round Delphi survey was education, nurse students and consumers. The panel showed a consensus of opinion on 71% of the items included in the questionnaire designed for the study. The experts agreed that nurses must known how to use the computer for word‐processing purposes, for accessing and using the hospital information system, and for emailing. Nurses must also be aware of system security and show a positive attitude towards computers. It is concluded that hospital information systems and nursing informatics should be integrated into laboratory and hospital training.