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The role of "smart" infusion pumps in patient safety. Pediatr Clin North Am 2012 Dec;59(6):1257-67

Date

11/03/2012

Pubmed ID

23116523

DOI

10.1016/j.pcl.2012.08.005

Scopus ID

2-s2.0-84868138543 (requires institutional sign-in at Scopus site)   15 Citations

Abstract

"Smart" infusion pumps are medication delivery devices that use a combination of computer technology and drug libraries to limit the potential for dosing errors. The evidence for their impact is limited: they have been shown to prevent some errors but there are minimal data linking the devices to reducing harm. Reasons for the limited impact include poor design leading to usability issues including programming errors, varying degrees of end-user acceptance, and their contingent nature. Iterative user-centered design, coupled with network and real-time monitoring of alerts may enhance the impact of these devices.

Author List

Scanlon M

Author

Matthew C. Scanlon MD Professor in the Pediatrics department at Medical College of Wisconsin




MESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold

Equipment Design
Equipment Safety
Humans
Infusion Pumps
Medication Errors
Patient Safety