A Nurse Is Discussing Computerized Physician Order Entry with a Physician

question 24

Multiple Choice

A nurse is discussing computerized physician order entry with a physician. The physician prefers to handwrite orders. Which statement by the nurse is correct about computerized physician order entry systems?

• A) "There are less errors and misinterpretation of orders when physician orders are entered in the computer."
• B) "There is better reimbursement for patient care from insurance companies when orders are entered in the computer."
• C) "Patient safety is not related to computerized physician order entry."
• D) "Physician order entry systems do not have any automated decision support built into them."

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