Why do we need to

understand
Theories, Models
and Frameworks?
Theories, Models, and
Frameworks clearly stated
definitions, and foundational
documents can guide the
nursing informatics learning
activities for both students and
faculty.
By incorporating analogies
based on clinical and other
experiences, the informatics
nurse can assist the learner in
understanding the
relationships of data and
information, computer and
information system
technologies and
• Theory.