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Drug errors show need for tech aid.
Landro L. The Wall Street Journal. June 1, 2005:D4.

The article discusses the importance of using computerized physician order entry systems that provide more sophisticated alerts, such as drug dosages and strategies for monitoring patients, to reduce adverse drug events.
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