Design of a Stepwise Learning Process for Understanding Information Systems in Nursing DX Education

Abstract

This study reports a classroom practice designed to help nursing students understand the basic mechanisms of information systems. Although systems such as electronic medical records are widely used in clinical settings, opportunities to learn how they work are limited. To address this issue, we designed and implemented a three-phase stepwise learning process. The process guides students from understanding data flow, to learning data sharing and related risks, and finally to connecting this knowledge to nursing practice through a simulated system. The program was conducted over 12 classes. A post-class questionnaire indicated that students recognized both the convenience of data sharing and concerns about data protection and information leakage. These findings suggest that stepwise learning is effective in promoting understanding of both the value of data and its associated risks.