Overreliance can adversely affect patient care by causing nurses to miss critical cues that are not captured by technology or standardized methods. For example, an overreliance on EHRs can lead to ignoring patient history that may not be well-documented, thereby overlooking crucial information that could affect treatment outcomes. Similarly, excessive dependence on diagnostic equipment might result in reduced clinical skills, such as palpation and auscultation, which are vital for a thorough assessment.
