The risks associated with overreliance in nursing are multifaceted: 1. Decreased Clinical Skills: When nurses depend too much on technology, their hands-on skills may deteriorate, affecting their ability to perform basic yet critical tasks. 2. Documentation Errors: Overreliance on EHRs can lead to documentation errors, as nurses might blindly trust the system without verifying the information. 3. Delayed Responses: Automated alerts and reminders might create a false sense of security, leading to delayed responses in critical situations. 4. Patient Disengagement: Overreliance on technology can result in less face-to-face interaction with patients, affecting the therapeutic relationship and patient satisfaction.
