Computer Technology -- Software Application Types The term "computer software" generally applies to two entirely different types of computer programs: (1) operating system software and (2) program application software (Evans, 2004)
Someone who uses a computer mainly for editing videos and films would add software packages that permit specific video editing capabilities that are only useful to someone working in that field (Evans, 2004). The other principal difference between system software and program applications is that system software is intended to operate completely out of the view of the ordinary computer user (Kizza, 2005)
Unfortunately, personal observations over the years confirms that little or no thought is assigned to the views of nursing staff in choosing and managing information systems in my workplace. How nursing practice is impacted by information systems and computer technology in health care In sharp contrast to say, the mid-20th century, nursing practice is currently characterized by pervasive computer-based applications and information systems that provide improved communications between clinicians and more rapid access to health care information (Fonseca & Martin, 2007)
A summary of the research and important findings are presented in the conclusion. Review and Analysis The role nurses typically play in choosing and managing information systems in the workplace One of the biggest mistakes that tertiary healthcare facility administrators and information services department heads can make when it comes to selecting new information systems is failing to solicit feedback from the people who will actually be using the system concerning what their views and needs are with respect to any new system that will require significant amounts of time and resources (Shaw & Stahl, 2011)