Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of nurses towards mobile and digital health information tools in Ujjain, India
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By
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Shweta Khare
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Ashish Pathak
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Devendra Baghel
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Jitendra Jat
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Manju Purohit
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Salla Atkins
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Vinod Kumar Diwan
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July 15, 2026
Clinical Scorecard: Nurses' Understanding, Perspectives, and Utilization of Mobile and Digital Health Resources in Ujjain, India
At a Glance
| Category | Detail |
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| Condition | Digital Health Utilization |
| Key Mechanisms | Use of mobile and wireless technologies to support health objectives. |
| Target Population | Nurses in Ujjain, India |
| Care Setting | Healthcare facilities in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh |
Key Highlights
- Digital health technologies gained importance during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Nurses frequently use personal smartphones and internet resources for clinical information.
- Understanding nurses' digital readiness is crucial for effective digital interventions.
- Maternal and child health indicators in Madhya Pradesh are among the poorest in India.
- The study aims to inform the development of a mobile health application for maternal and newborn care.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Management
Monitoring & Follow-up
Risks
Patient & Prescribing Data
Nurses across various clinical departments
Focus on improving digital readiness and access to clinical guidelines.
Clinical Best Practices
- Assess nurses' knowledge and attitudes towards digital health technologies.
- Leverage familiar technologies to strengthen healthcare delivery.
- Develop context-appropriate mHealth interventions based on baseline evidence.
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