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	Issues and Opportunities for Introducing Bar Code Systems in Hospitals	12/01/2006	211 Kb

Description:	This concise guide addresses the leading concerns and misperceptions hospital administrators and IT personnel have about bar code technology. It presents straightforward guidance on implementation costs, integration and infrastructure requirements, and the impact of the FDA unit-of-use labeling rule, plus system strategy and selection tips.
Full Abstract:	Bar coding is widely acknowledged as one of the strongest and most cost-effective methods for improving patient safety. Hospital IT personnel can prepare their organizations to benefit from bar code patient safety systems by dispelling the misperceptions and setting the foundation for adoption. Establishing bar code standards and policies is a starting point that will help multiple departments implement applications that can leverage legacy systems, and provide a migration path to maximize the return on bar code investments.