Problem
Case Study: The Use of Social Media in Nursing- Pitfalls and Opportunities
Two registered professional nurses are attending a meeting where the focus is examining teaching methods that enable them to share information with newly diagnosed diabetic patients. One nurse initiates a discussion on the use of social media in teaching patients and the use of social media for all health care providers.
o Discuss actions the nurse should take before using social media as a teaching tool.
o What types of social media could benefit health care providers and patients?
o What are the pitfalls to utilizing social media for both patients and health care providers?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.