Technology and telemedicine have emerged as valuable tools for managing hypertension (Pellegrini et al., 2020). Through the two-hour session with David, I found that technology integration was required to overcome the health challenges posed by the incompetence of nursing practices to treat him. This assessment will be based on figuring out the best-suited technology-led interventions to treat hypertension in patients like David while emphasizing the importance of such technologies.

Impact of Healthcare Technology on Hypertension Management

EHRs, telemedicine, and remote monitoring technologies such as wearable devices have been evaluated to improve patient outcomes by allowing nurses to monitor patients’ blood pressure levels and adjust treatment plans as needed (Pellegrini et al., 2020).

Advantages

Patients can use wearable devices and mobile apps to measure their physiological status. It also provides real-time data to the nurses and facilitators, which can help providers make more informed decisions about treatment (Wu & Luo, 2019). Additionally, telemedicine and remote monitoring technologies can increase access to care for patients who cannot visit the healthcare facility in person (Haleem et al., 2021). Furthermore, digital tools such as mobile apps can help patients adhere to their treatment plans by sending reminders to take medications and encouraging healthy behaviors in hypertension management (Alharbi & Alkhawaji, 2023). Additionally, by enabling remote monitoring and reducing the need for in-person visits, telehealth technology can reduce care costs for patients and hospitals (Snoswell et al., 2020).

Disadvantages

Chenthara et al. (2022) argued that implementing and maintaining technology systems can be expensive due to maintenance costs. It may also require significant investments in infrastructure, equipment, and personnel (Chenthara et al., 2019). A major demerit of using healthcare technology is that EHRs or other digital data are vulnerable to cyberattacks and hacking (Paul et al., 2023). These are likely to risk patients’ personal health information (PHI). Healthcare providers and nurses must take steps to protect patient privacy and ensure data security. Moreover, over-reliance on technology can lead to a lack of nurse-patient engagement, potentially reducing patient satisfaction (Wu et al., 2023).

Potential Barriers

• Lack of Access to Technology : While technology makes care more accessible for some patients, it may also create barriers for others. This includes individuals who need reliable internet connections or are uncomfortable using digital tools (Gajarawala & Pelkowski, 2020).
• Limited Digital Literacy: Patients, particularly those from rural settings, who are unfamiliar with technology or have limited digital literacy may need help using digital health tools effectively (Gann, 2019).
• Data Security Concerns: Patients may have concerns about the security and privacy of their personal health information, which can limit their willingness to use digital health tools (Solomon & Rudin, 2020).
• Provider Resistance: Some healthcare providers may need more training or concerns about the effectiveness of digital health tools (Niazkhani et al., 2020).
• Lack of Reimbursement: In some cases, healthcare providers may not be reimbursed for providing remote monitoring or telehealth services, which can limit their use of digital health tools (Gordon et al., 2020).

Healthcare Technology Cost Concerns

Implementing telehealth can save maximum costs for patients by reducing the expenses of hospital visits, hospitalization, readmissions, and medications. Through telehealth systems, virtual assistance can be provided to patients at the ease of their houses, saving these costs. According to research by Snoswell (2020), telehealth has saved $361 per patient and $8566 in hospital services in six months compared to traditional care programs (Snoswell et al., 2020).

Impact of Technology on Nursing Practices

According to Robert (2019), technology has significantly impacted nursing practices in recent years, changing how nurses deliver care and interact with patients. The use of digital tools helps nurses in reducing errors and increase efficiency by providing real-time access to patient records and ensuring that patients receive the correct medications. Additionally, technology has improved patient safety through decision-support tools and alert systems (Robert, 2019). After having a session with David, it was reported that the nurses needed to upgrade their practi