Utilisation of electronic health record systems in clinical nursing practice in Ghana: predictors, benefits, and challenges
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Key Points
The study aims to evaluate how nurses in Ghana utilize electronic health record systems, focusing on predictors, benefits, and challenges.
Cross-sectional study design
176 respondents selected using multi-stage sampling
Data analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics at 0.05 significance level.
Predictors of continuous EHR use include effort expectancy (β = 0.176), performance expectancy (β = 0.184), social influence (β = 0.185), and facilitating conditions (β = 0.189).
Ease of retrieving past medical records was the highest-ranked benefit (RII = 0.868).
Poor internet connectivity was identified as the greatest challenge (Kendall ranking = 9.81).
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Implication
Cross-sectional study assesses electronic health record use, benefits, and challenges for nurses in Ghana, indicating crucial areas for improvement.