Describe a Current Technology That You Use in Patient Care

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Essay

Describe a current technology that you use in patient care that would benefit from human factors engineering concepts. What are some ways this technology should be improved?

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Definitions:

Electropathology

A branch of medicine that deals with the effects and treatment of abnormal electrical activity in the body.

Intravenous (IV) Procedures

Medical treatments administered directly into a vein, commonly for hydration or medication delivery.

Licensed Practical Nurse

A nurse who has completed a practical nursing program and obtained a license to provide basic medical care under the supervision of registered nurses and doctors.

Dressing Changes

The process of removing old medical dressings from a wound and replacing them with new, clean dressings to promote proper healing and prevent infection.