Advantages of Using Computers at Patient’s Bedsides in Hospitals by: Khurram Usman

Introduction Paper charts in use Documentation related tasks consume 40% to 60% of nurses time Stress for nurses

Introduction (cont.) 1.Ease nursing shortages Automated systems: 2.Ensure timely therapy 3.Increase efficiency 4.Reduce costs

Advantages Time saving Accuracy Legibility

Advantages(cont.) Easy access to records Standardization Critical care

Advantages(cont.) Advancements: a. Neural networks b. Hand held computers c. Pen tablet computers

Conclusion Popularity Effectiveness Speed Efficiency

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