Keywords

electronic health records, Google Health, Microsoft HealthVault, personal health records, role of nurse practitioners

Authors

1. Koeniger-Donohue, Rebecca PhD, APRN-BC, WHNP-BC, FAANP
2. Agarwal, Naresh Kumar PhD
3. Hawkins, Joellen W. PhD, RN, WHNP-BC-E
4. Stowell, Sarah MS, ANP-BC, WHNP-BC

Abstract

Abstract: With increased mobility, it is important that individuals keep their own personal health records (PHRs). Nurse practitioners are encouraged to assume greater responsibility for PHR adoption and recognize the key role they play in recommending PHR use. This article also briefly discusses college students' perceptions of their exposure to online PHRs.