What Are the Advantages of an Electronic Chart Versus a Paper

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Essay

What are the advantages of an electronic chart versus a paper chart? What are the advantages for the pharmacy when utilizing electronic charts?

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Definitions:

Antecubital Fossa

The inner surface of the forearm at the elbow, a common site for drawing blood or administering intravenous injections.

Venipuncture

The process of puncturing a vein, usually to withdraw blood or insert an intravenous catheter.

Hickman-Broviac Catheter

A type of central venous catheter used for long-term administration of medications, nutrition, blood products, and for blood withdrawal.

Central Venous Access Devices

Medical devices used to deliver medications, fluids, or nutrients directly into the venous system.