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RFID-initiated workflow control to facilitate patient safety and utilization efficiency in operation theater
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Computer Methods & Programs in Biomedicine . Dec2011, Vol. 104 Issue 3, p435-442. 8p. - Publication Year :
- 2011
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Abstract
- Abstract: Objective: To control the workflow for surgical patients, we in-cooperate radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology to develop a Patient Advancement Monitoring System (PAMS) in operation theater. Methods: The web-based PAMS is designed to monitor the whole workflow for the handling of surgical patients. The system integrates multiple data entry ports Across the multi-functional surgical teams. Data are entered into the system through RFID, bar code, palm digital assistance (PDA), ultra-mobile personal computer (UMPC), or traditional keyboard at designated checkpoints. Active radio-frequency identification (RFID) tag can initiate data demonstration on the computer screens upon a patient''s arrival at any particular checkpoint along the advancement pathway. Results: The PAMS can manage the progress of operations, patient localization, identity verification, and peri-operative care. The workflow monitoring provides caregivers’ instant information sharing to enhance management efficiency. Conclusion: RFID-initiate surgical workflow control is valuable to meet the safety, quality, efficiency requirements in operation theater. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 01692607
- Volume :
- 104
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Computer Methods & Programs in Biomedicine
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 67136411
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cmpb.2010.08.017