Information Technology (IT) Can Be Used to Increase Patient Safety

question 4

Multiple Choice

Information technology (IT) can be used to increase patient safety. The nurse uses IT in this way by:

• A) creating redundancy in orders making them safer.
• B) removing the need for verification by the nurse.
• C) analyzing errors to develop prevention strategies.
• D) eliminating the need for bar codes in medication administration.

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Definitions:

Stock Dividend

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Diluted Earnings Per Share

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