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Discussion

Step 1: Read the following case study:

In a local home healthcare agency, nurses are using their personal cell phones to email and text physicians, the agency, and local hospitals. The agency is considering providing the nurses company cell phones with a secure login. There are advantages and disadvantages of each option.

Step 2: Answer the questions and please consider impact of use, tracking of information, security, education, cost, and maintenance.

What are the advantages of using company devices for professional communication?

What are the disadvantages of using company devices for professional communication?

If you were the agency, would you choose personal or company devices? Explain your choice.