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 Addressing Concerns on Wearable
Technology in Healthcare

Wearable technology has gained popularity in healthcare

Its use in healthcare is still subject to criticism.

It has the potential to improve healthcare delivery and nursing

practice.
 Controversies in Wearable Technology in
Healthcare

Major controversy surrounding technology is the potential for privacy

violations.

Wearable devices collect personal health information that which can be

used against individuals for malicious purposes.

wearable technology may lose the human touch and ability to provide
personalized care
 Issues with Wearable Technology in
Healthcare

The reliability and accuracy of the data collected can be a concern.

Data collected by different devices may not be comparable.

Possibility for misdiagnosis or incorrect treatment plans based on the data.

 Challenges Facing Wearable Technology in
Healthcare
The challenges include the need for infrastructure, training, and
support.

Healthcare organizations must support wearable devices, including

software, data storage, and data analysis capabilities.

Healthcare professionals need training on the usage of technology

effectively and the interpretation of the data collected.
 Regulatory Implications for Wearable
Technology in Healthcare
The use of wearable technology falls under the regulatory framework
of medical devices.
The regulatory implications include the need for appropriate testing,
validation, and quality control of wearable devices to ensure their
safety and effectiveness in clinical settings.
Healthcare organizations, policymakers, and regulators must work
together to establish a framework for wearable technology effectively.
 References

 O'Neill, S., Brady, R., & Murphy, A. (2021). Wearable

technology in healthcare: A literature review. Journal of
Nursing Management, 29(7),
1178–1188.https://doi.org/10.1111/jonm.13261

 US Food and Drug Administration. (2019). Digital Health.

https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/digital-health