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Impact of a computerized physician order entry system on compliance with prescription accuracy requirements.

Mir C, Gadri A, Zelger GL, Pichon R, Pannatier A. Pharm World Sci. 2009;31:596-602.

This study demonstrated that implementation of a CPOE system improved accuracy and compliance around medical orders, particularly for previously missing or incomplete information.

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Resource Type

Study

Setting of Care

General Hospitals

Target Audience

Health Care Providers

Quality and Safety Professionals

Information Professionals

Clinical Area

Internal Medicine

Safety Target

Ordering/Prescribing Errors

Error Types

Epidemiology of Errors and Adverse Events

Active Errors

Approach to Improving Safety

Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE)

Origin/Sponsor

Europe