ANA created a recognition process beginning in 1989 to identify terminologies (aka classification systems) or data sets that support nursing practice and knowledge generation. These ANA recognized data sets and terminologies include: ANA Recognized. Terminology/Data Set. Year.

What are nursing data element sets?

The NMDS is defined as a minimum set of data elements with uniform definitions and categories about specific dimensions of nursing. NMDS is a standardized way to describe nursing care, clients, and services provided that will facilitate documenting and communicating nursing’s contribution to the health care system.

How many classification systems are recognized by the ANA?

Abstract. The American Nurses Association Steering Committee on Databases to Support Nursing Practice has recognized three standardized nursing intervention classification systems.