A nurse is discussing advancing interprofessional communication on the unit. Which of the following should the nurse identify as a barrier to this advancement?

Choice A reason: Managing knowledge is one of the goals of informatics, as it involves collecting, organizing, analyzing, and sharing data, information, and wisdom in nursing practice.

Choice B reason: Producing clinical pathways is not a definition of informatics, but rather an application of informatics. Clinical pathways are evidence based tools that guide the care of specific patient populations. Informatics can help create, implement, and evaluate clinical pathways.

Choice C reason: Providing a safe place to provide care is not a definition of informatics, but rather an outcome of informatics. Informatics can enhance patient safety by improving communication, documentation, decision support, and error prevention.

Choice D reason: Preventing burnout is not a definition of informatics, but rather a benefit of informatics. Informatics can reduce burnout by streamlining workflows, reducing cognitive load, and increasing satisfaction.

Choice A reason: This statement is incorrect because a nurse cannot access the records of any client in the healthcare facility, unless they have a legitimate need to do so. Accessing the records of clients who are not under their care is a violation of the client's privacy and confidentiality, and may result in legal or disciplinary actions.
Choice B reason: This statement is correct because a nurse can only access the records of clients they are actively caring for, as part of their professional duty and responsibility. Accessing the records of clients they are caring for is necessary to provide safe and effective care, and to communicate with other members of the healthcare team.
Choice C reason: This statement is incorrect because a nurse cannot share information from the client’s medical record with immediate family members, unless the client has given consent, or the disclosure is authorized by law. Sharing information from the client's medical record with family members without the client's permission is a breach of the client's privacy and confidentiality, and may cause harm or distress to the client or the family.
Choice D reason: This statement is incorrect because a nurse cannot share information about a client with clients who have a similar diagnosis, unless the client has given consent or the disclosure is authorized by law. Sharing information about a client with other clients without the client's permission is a breach of the client's privacy and confidentiality, and may compromise the client's dignity or safety.