A nurse is reading a journal article about the evolution of nursing informatics. The nurse demonstrates understanding of the article by identifying which time frame as being associated with the shift in definition from a technology orientation to more of an information orientation?
A) Early 1960s
B) Late 1970s
C) Mid-1980s
D) Early 1990s

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The shift in the definition of nursing informatics from a technology orientation to more of an information orientation occurred in the mid-1980s. This period marked a significant evolution in the field, emphasizing the importance of information management and processing in nursing, rather than just focusing on the technological tools used to handle patient data.

A Nurse Is Reading a Journal Article About the Evolution