To ensure safe care, we must embrace modern technologies: Utilizing smart rooms in nursing care in the emergency department
In the current healthcare landscape, characterized by rapid advancements, the integration of innovative technologies is essential for enhancing patient care and improving nursing performance. One notable innovation is the implementation of smart rooms in emergency departments, which leverage advance...
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| description | In the current healthcare landscape, characterized by rapid advancements, the integration of innovative technologies is essential for enhancing patient care and improving nursing performance. One notable innovation is the implementation of smart rooms in emergency departments, which leverage advanced technologies to elevate the quality of nursing services. These smart rooms utilize digital tools, environmental sensors, and data analytics to foster a more efficient and patient-centered environment.[1]Smart rooms are specifically designed to enhance patient care through advanced monitoring tools and communication capabilities. This technology enables nurses to access critical patient information via electronic health records (EHRs) that are seamlessly integrated into digital displays and virtual assistants within the patient room.[2] For instance, digital displays facilitate the viewing and review of essential information, including patients' food and medication allergies, care plans, and vital signs.[3] Moreover, the adoption of this system significantly decreases the likelihood of care errors while improving communication among healthcare team members. Continuous monitoring through sensors can alert nurses to any changes in a patient's vital signs, thereby enabling prompt therapeutic interventions and care responses. Additionally, these systems allow nurses to consult with physicians regarding patients' health status without necessitating physical presence in the doctors' offices.[4]One of the primary advantages of smart room technology is its ability to reduce the non-care workload for nurses, particularly administrative tasks, thereby allowing them to concentrate more on direct patient care. For instance, activities such as updating care plans or monitoring vital signs can be automated through interconnected devices, which not only saves time in caregiving but also minimizes unnecessary patient visits to their rooms.[5] Research has demonstrated that the utilization of smart room technology, including BioIntelliSense devices for vital sign monitoring, enables nurses to track these metrics without compromising patient safety.[3] Reports from various hospitals indicate that this technology can save nurses an average of 30 minutes per shift, time that can be redirected toward enhancing patient interaction and care. Furthermore, by empowering patients to manage their environment -such as adjusting lighting or temperature via a bedside tablet or voice commands- nurses can devote more time to clinical responsibilities rather than managing non-clinical tasks.[4]Additionally, smart room technologies facilitate more efficient workflows and reduce repetitive tasks, which can contribute to stress and burnout among nursing staff. By automating routine documentation and providing tools that enhance patient interaction, nurses can achieve greater job satisfaction, as they are able to spend more time delivering care and engaging with patients while minimizing time spent on administrative duties.[1]Despite the many benefits of smart room technology, its implementation presents several challenges. One of the most significant obstacles is the high cost associated with developing and maintaining these systems, which requires robust infrastructure and seamless integration with existing hospital frameworks. Moreover, there is a potential risk of distractions linked to technology, which can disrupt workflows in high-pressure environments such as emergency departments. Ethical concerns regarding patient privacy and data security must also be addressed when employing this technology, particularly in relation to monitoring systems and the management of sensitive patient information collected through environmental sensors.[3]In conclusion, the integration of smart room technology in nursing care within emergency departments represents a promising strategy for enhancing the quality of care. By improving patient outcomes, optimizing nursing workflows, and addressing significant challenges faced by healthcare providers, smart rooms have the potential to fundamentally transform the delivery of nursing care in emergency settings. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-4595b4152d974698af4a44ce031981b32025-08-20T03:15:34ZengKashan University of Medical SciencesNursing and Midwifery Studies2322-14882322-16742025-06-0114216016110.48307/nms.2025.499814.1547217386To ensure safe care, we must embrace modern technologies: Utilizing smart rooms in nursing care in the emergency departmentReza Abdollahi0Samereh Eghtedar1Department of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, IranDepartment of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, IranIn the current healthcare landscape, characterized by rapid advancements, the integration of innovative technologies is essential for enhancing patient care and improving nursing performance. One notable innovation is the implementation of smart rooms in emergency departments, which leverage advanced technologies to elevate the quality of nursing services. These smart rooms utilize digital tools, environmental sensors, and data analytics to foster a more efficient and patient-centered environment.[1]Smart rooms are specifically designed to enhance patient care through advanced monitoring tools and communication capabilities. This technology enables nurses to access critical patient information via electronic health records (EHRs) that are seamlessly integrated into digital displays and virtual assistants within the patient room.[2] For instance, digital displays facilitate the viewing and review of essential information, including patients' food and medication allergies, care plans, and vital signs.[3] Moreover, the adoption of this system significantly decreases the likelihood of care errors while improving communication among healthcare team members. Continuous monitoring through sensors can alert nurses to any changes in a patient's vital signs, thereby enabling prompt therapeutic interventions and care responses. Additionally, these systems allow nurses to consult with physicians regarding patients' health status without necessitating physical presence in the doctors' offices.[4]One of the primary advantages of smart room technology is its ability to reduce the non-care workload for nurses, particularly administrative tasks, thereby allowing them to concentrate more on direct patient care. For instance, activities such as updating care plans or monitoring vital signs can be automated through interconnected devices, which not only saves time in caregiving but also minimizes unnecessary patient visits to their rooms.[5] Research has demonstrated that the utilization of smart room technology, including BioIntelliSense devices for vital sign monitoring, enables nurses to track these metrics without compromising patient safety.[3] Reports from various hospitals indicate that this technology can save nurses an average of 30 minutes per shift, time that can be redirected toward enhancing patient interaction and care. Furthermore, by empowering patients to manage their environment -such as adjusting lighting or temperature via a bedside tablet or voice commands- nurses can devote more time to clinical responsibilities rather than managing non-clinical tasks.[4]Additionally, smart room technologies facilitate more efficient workflows and reduce repetitive tasks, which can contribute to stress and burnout among nursing staff. By automating routine documentation and providing tools that enhance patient interaction, nurses can achieve greater job satisfaction, as they are able to spend more time delivering care and engaging with patients while minimizing time spent on administrative duties.[1]Despite the many benefits of smart room technology, its implementation presents several challenges. One of the most significant obstacles is the high cost associated with developing and maintaining these systems, which requires robust infrastructure and seamless integration with existing hospital frameworks. Moreover, there is a potential risk of distractions linked to technology, which can disrupt workflows in high-pressure environments such as emergency departments. Ethical concerns regarding patient privacy and data security must also be addressed when employing this technology, particularly in relation to monitoring systems and the management of sensitive patient information collected through environmental sensors.[3]In conclusion, the integration of smart room technology in nursing care within emergency departments represents a promising strategy for enhancing the quality of care. By improving patient outcomes, optimizing nursing workflows, and addressing significant challenges faced by healthcare providers, smart rooms have the potential to fundamentally transform the delivery of nursing care in emergency settings.https://nmsjournal.kaums.ac.ir/article_217386_e5d044436dca176843bbf7acf66ae44a.pdfsmart roomsnursing careemergency department |
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