Welcome to Module 3! The past years have seen a growth in freestanding clinics,

Welcome to Module 3! The past years have seen a growth in freestanding clinics, ambulatory care centers, and other nonhospital settings as well as continual expansion in technology. New technology will extend patients’ lives and many Americans are “aging in place,” with communities finding ways to support older people in their homes. Tele-health, in particular, is one such system to assist this process. This module will increase your knowledge on safety with homecare patients, discuss telehealth in detail and explore up and coming new technology.
As technology in healthcare continues a shift to homecare is inevitable, safety is of utmost importance. Review the most current Patient Safety Goals for homecare found under the NPSG Program Links. Review the 5 NPGS listed for the Home Care option and discuss each one related to how the nurse can ensure they are met. Finally, locate an article that discusses technology and home care and summarize the findings. How will this shift to home care impact your day-to-day nursing practice?
Your initial posting should be at least 400 words in length and utilize at least one scholarly source other than the textbook.