Health information technology

Abstract: Health information technology (HIT) has become essential for nursing practice. However, the lack of digital literacy leaves some nurses unaware of serious ethical issues that may occur when using it. This article describes the ethical issues that arise with the use of HIT in everyday nursing practice as well as in research activities, and outlines options for mitigation. This article describes the ethical issues that arise with the use of health information technology in everyday nursing practice as well as in research activities, and outlines options for mitigation.