The Internet--a new information medium for nurses--Part II.
The Internet provides an immense opportunity for Canadians to seek and provide health information. However, given the ease with which information can be disseminated, evaluation techniques need to be used to determine the validity and usefulness of Internet-based information. This two-part series has offered suggestions for connecting to the net, finding and evaluating health information, and notes some potential Internet pitfalls. With the pointers and suggestions offered, Canadian nurses can equip themselves with a new skill-set by joining the online world and becoming experts in its use. Once prepared, nurses can communicate with each other and help the public find and interpret health information located on the Internet.
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HealthPro Computer Services, Vancouver, BC. hlthpro@home.com
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