[Technical evaluation as a competence of the nurse: reflections and pressupositions in the scenario of science and technology].

This article approaches the concepts and presuppositions related to technical evaluation, through the use of equipment, inspired by the national system of science and technology. It shows the necessarily of the professional nurse to develop competencies such that, beginning with their formation, they are stimulated to interest themselves, create and participate in research projects. Today's universe is one of interdisciplinary influences, still little explored by professionals. The article has as it's goal to tontribute to the discussion of the management and technical assistance of a more humane nursing profession, marked by quality, efficacy, effectiveness and security. In this way guaranteeing positive results for those technologies, which were developed in the service of health.