Medical Errors discussion

This week we are discussing some of the issues surrounding the use of AI in healthcare, medical errors, and the systems approach to digital healthcare. To spark a lively discussion, choose either the article by Melnyk, et al., or delve into the inspiring work of the medical futurist, Dr. Mesko.

Melnyk, B., Kelly, S., Stephens, J., Dhakal, K., McGovern, C., Tucker, S., Hoying, J., McRae, K., Ault, S., Spurlock, E., & Bird, S. (Nov. 2020) Interventions to improve mental health, well-being, physical health, and lifestyle behaviors in physicians and nurses: A systematic review. American Journal of Health Promotion, 34(8), 929-941. doi: 10.1177/0890117120920451 . PMID: 32338522; PMCID: PMC8982669.

The Medical Futurist

• For either choice, please answer the following questions; however, the answers to all three will require your investigation into the literature. Please provide one reference for each question.

Why is it important and relevant to be concerned about the wellbeing of providers and nurses?

Is AI considered a threat to healthcare? Explain.

• What are the strengths and limitations of a systems approach to data management?