Descriptive Analysis of Workflow Variables Associated With Barcode-Based Approach to Medication Administration

作者:Dasgupta Anandaroop; Sansgiry Sujit S*; Jacob Sheeba M; Frost Craig P; Dwibedi Nilanjana; Tipton Joyce
来源:Journal of Nursing Care Quality, 2011, 26(4): 377-384.
DOI:10.1097/NCQ.0b013e318215b770

摘要

Bedside barcode technology is used during medication administration to ensure patient safety. This study evaluated the workflow variables related to a bedside barcode technology-based medication administration process. A time-and-motion technique was used to assess the observational episodes related to medication administration conducted by registered nurses. In an observational episode, nurses spent adequate time in "documenting medications" and "giving medications." Nurses were primarily engaged in tasks at the patient's bedside.

  • 出版日期2011-12